Nora assists federal contractors with their diversity and pay equity obligations.
Under the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), government contractor employers face far more stringent and complex diversity and affirmative action requirements than those in the private sector. Compliance with this highly technical area of law requires careful data analysis and annual review—and Nora has been immersed in this practice since 2017.
Nora examines contractors’ employment data, including datasets from companies with nationwide workforces of more than 150,000 individuals, performing advanced statistical work such as disparate impact analyses and regression modeling to advise clients and ensure compliance. She analyzes areas such as employer hiring decisions, applicant pools, promotions, terminations, and overall workforce data compared to Census demographics. She also examines compensation across demographics to ensure compliance with equal pay laws, including the OFCCP’s Compensation Directive 2018-05, Title VII, the Equal Pay Act, and the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.
Based on her analyses, Nora advises clients on their employment obligations and potential liabilities, and she assists with the production of affirmative action plans. She also represents federal contractors during OFCCP audits and prepares clients for interviews and onsite visits. Her practice requires both meticulous attention to detail and active strategic thinking, anticipating the legal implications of analysis results in order to prepare for and prevent negative outcomes. In addition, Nora assists clients in traditional labor and employment matters.
Nora initially chose to pursue a legal career out of a desire to make a difference in the world. Equally passionate about math, she earned an undergraduate degree in economics with a minor in mathematics, preparing her well for the statistical work required in federal contractor employment analyses. She loves working in a practice area that lets her combine her math and legal skills to help employers ensure equal opportunity and equal pay.
OFCCP regulations—and the resulting data—are highly complex, and Nora is known for her clear communication and attention to detail. She’s always happy to talk a client through an analysis or a rule and is dedicated to ensuring that clients fully understand their obligations.