Mary Cannon’s extensive background representing employers gives her valuable perspective from the business side of legal disputes, allowing her to effectively safeguard the lawful rights of employees with informed counsel and strategic insights.
While in law school, Ms. Cannon served as Executive Editor of the Journal of Transnational Law and Policy, received an award for Distinguished Pro Bono Service, and was named to the Dean’s List.
She also served as a legal translator contributing to the English to Spanish translation of the Constitution of the State of Florida, and she presented the finished translation to Florida’s Attorney General at the the Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee.
Ms. Cannon’s legal career began with a pivotal clerkship for the Honorable Marc Leslie Lubet of the Ninth Circuit Court of Florida, providing a well-rounded and robust foundation. By immersing herself in the judicial process, Ms. Cannon gained hands-on experience working numerous trials and other proceedings, including various high-profile cases covered by national and international news.
After entering private practice, Ms. Cannon began a new role as corporate counsel and appeared in state and federal courts representing businesses owners and entities. Today, Ms. Cannon has dedicated these experiences to making a significant impact in the lives of our clients.
Her employment law practice encompasses a wide range of claims, including wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, among other critical issues.
Case Results
$161,500
Disability and Gender Discrimination
The client faced harassment and wrongful termination rooted in gender bias, compounded by the decision to utilize disability accommodations during a challenging period of illness.
$50,000
Disability and National Origin Discrimination
The client endured name-calling and harmful stereotypes tied to national origin, ultimately leading to an unlawful termination following an injury and subsequent surgery.
