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Jodi Slavik

Employment Attorney & Strategic Services Director

Vigilant Law Group

In 50 words or less

Washington State University, B.A. in Political Science
Seattle University, J.D.
Attorney licensed in Washington
Accomplished speaker
Lover of all things fun and funny

Experience

Jodi’s superpower is her effusive personality and practical approach to the stickiest of employment law issues. Every day brings a new legal challenge, and she loves tackling each one with equal parts savvy, strategy, and humor. Jodi’s storied career includes being a life guard, telemarketer, lobbyist and general counsel, all of which taught her to anticipate problems, forge relationships, and draw the line when necessary. Jodi brings these talents to Vigilant members—helping them grow by staying out of the courtroom.

As Vigilant's Strategic Services Director, Jodi is also responsible for stability and growth of major accounts, as well as ensuring unparalleled service for Vigilant member companies. Vigilant—and Jodi—are passionate about sparking your success.

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Jodi Slavik

Employment Attorney & Strategic Services Director

Vigilant Law Group

Recent Blog Posts by Jodi Slavik

Dec 10 2019

Leave Laws

Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave resources released

The Washington Employment Security Department (ESD) just released new resources to help your employees apply for Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits starting on January 1, 2020. The downloadable tools are available here, and include a Parent’s Guide (how to apply for bonding leave), a Patient and Family Guide (how to…

Nov 08 2019

Leave Laws

Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave Resources

Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave is coming. Starting on January 1, 2020, your employees will be able to apply for Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave benefits. The law created a lot of questions and many employers are still struggling to find answers. We're here to help. Below you will find a number…

Sep 18 2019

Webinar

Recorded Webinar: Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave

WHAT EMPLOYERS NEED TO KNOW Starting on January 1, 2020, your employees will be able to apply for Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave benefits. Are you ready? If not, you’re not alone. The law created a lot questions. And, the rules released by the Employment Security Department don’t answer them all. Vigilant…

Sep 11 2019

Q&A: Don’t use lie detectors to investigate theft

Question: Our petty cash has been disappearing lately. There are three employees with access to the cash drawer. Can we use lie detectors as long as we test all three? Answer: No, that’s not enough to justify such a test. Although you’re attempting to be non-discriminatory in testing everyone, using lie detectors on employees is…

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