Overview

Carroll T. Wright advises employers in a broad range of employment law matters under federal, state, and local law. She counsels employers with a particular focus on:

  • Federal contractor compliance with Executive Order 11246, Section 503, and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) rules and regulations, including the implementation and maintenance of effective affirmative action programs
  • Independent contractor classification and analysis
  • Exemptions and requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and other wage and hour laws
  • Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of sex, race, national origin, religion, age, military status, mental and physical disability, genetic characteristics and information, and protected activity
  • Personnel policies, procedures and agreements
  • Management of employee problems from pre-hire through termination

She represents government contractors in audits before the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and similar state and local agencies, as well as, employers in misclassification litigation and audits before federal and state courts and administrative agencies.

Prior to joining Littler, she worked at a highly regarded regional general practice firm, where she maintained a labor and employment law practice.

Professional & Community Affiliations

Member

Minnesota Women Lawyers

Member

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Hennepin County Bar Association

Recognition

Named, Ones to Watch

The Best Lawyers in America®

2023-2025

News, Analysis & Press

Speaking Engagements

2024 Midwest Regional Employer Conference

Minneapolis, MN

November 14, 2024

Education

  • J.D., Washington University School of Law, 2017cum laude
  • B.A., DePauw University, 2013summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa

Bar Admission

Minnesota

Courts

  • U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota