Los Angeles, CA (Nov. 9, 2026) — Venable LLP announced today that Amber Healy has joined the firm as a partner in the Labor and Employment Practice in Los Angeles. Ms. Healy represents employers in high-stakes wage-and-hour class, collective, and representative actions, including matters under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
Ms. Healy has litigated hundreds of class, collective, and representative actions for employers across industries including construction, healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality, retail, transportation and logistics. She also handles discrimination, harassment, retaliation, whistleblower, equal pay, defamation, and wrongful termination claims.
“Amber is an accomplished litigator whose class action experience adds meaningful depth to our litigation capabilities,” said Stacie Tobin, co-chair of Venable’s Litigation Division. “Her track record in complex wage-and-hour and PAGA matters, along with the perspective she gained representing both employers and plaintiffs, will be a valuable asset to our clients.”
Ms. Healy also advises employers on labor relations, including union grievance proceedings, collective bargaining, National Labor Relations Board matters, and unfair labor practice charges. She represents clients before state and federal employment agencies and counsels employers on workplace policies and practices designed to mitigate litigation risk.
“Amber’s arrival adds significant California employment experience to our growing Los Angeles office,” said Dan Hoffer, partner-in-charge of Venable’s Los Angeles office. “Her understanding of the legal and business challenges facing employers here strengthens our ability to serve clients throughout the market.”
“Venable’s collaborative platform and depth across litigation, employment, and complementary practices were significant draws for me,” said Ms. Healy. “I look forward to working with colleagues across the firm to help employers navigate complex workplace issues and find practical solutions that support their business objectives.”
Ms. Healy earned her J.D. from Loyola Law School and her B.A. in history and political science from the University of California, Los Angeles. She is admitted to practice in California and before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Southern, and Central Districts of California.