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Ann Motl Authors Article on the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act for Attorney at Law Magazine
December 9, 2020
Ann Motl, attorney in Maslon's Litigation Group, has authored an article for Attorney at Law Magazine, titled "The ADA and Me: 30 Years of Progress with Much More to Do." In the article, which marks the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Ann shares her story and unique perspective as a lawyer thriving with a disability.
Ann discusses the misperceptions she has faced, such as doubts about her ability to obtain her degrees and excel at her job, as well as the challenges she encounters in her daily life. She also offers some ideas that law firms can use to promote individuals with disabilities in their work, including: signing the ABA Pledge for Change: Disability Diversity, including persons with disabilities in firm diversity efforts, and making communications accessible.
To learn more, visit: Attorney at Law Magazine, "The ADA and Me: 30 Years of Progress with Much More to Do."
Ann is a registered patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and represents clients in complex intellectual property litigation. Her substantial experience includes all phases of pre-trial civil litigation and motion practice in the federal courts. She also has developed skill in design patent litigation and has practiced before the International Trade Commission. Ann's meticulous work is distinguished by a background in mechanical engineering, which she leverages on behalf of her clients across a variety of technical areas, including automotive engineering, oil and gas, consumer goods, and telecommunications.