About Amber
Amber Attalla: Expert in Bias, Discrimination, and Misconduct Investigations
Amber Attalla is a dedicated legal professional specializing in safeguarding educational institutions, companies, and non-profit organizations from the devastating impacts of bias, discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. With a unique blend of investigative expertise, litigation experience, and a commitment to restorative justice, Amber provides critical support in preventing these issues and responding effectively when they occur. She is a trusted legal counsel and skilled facilitator, renowned for her trauma-informed approach and dedication to fostering accountability and repair.
Amber’s practice is built on a foundation of deep understanding. As a former Labor and Employment attorney, she has represented a wide range of businesses and schools in complex employment litigation, handling claims before key regulatory bodies such as the Maine Human Rights Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the federal Office for Civil Rights. This significant courtroom experience provides her with a crucial advantage in advising clients on preventative training, robust policy development, and ongoing compliance strategies. Her understanding of organizational policies and procedures allows her to conduct thorough, neutral investigations that yield actionable insights.
Beyond litigation, Amber is a trained, trauma-informed external investigator, meticulously conducting neutral and thorough investigations in the workplace, at educational institutions, and for sports organizations. Her credentials – including approval from United Educators, certifications from The National Center for Campus Public Safety and The Forensic Experiential Trauma Interview (FETI) – demonstrate her commitment to the highest standards of investigative practice. She skillfully employs a trauma-informed approach, recognizing the emotional toll these situations can take and prioritizing a sensitive, supportive environment.
Amber’s expertise extends to facilitating alternative resolutions outside of traditional formal conduct processes. Through training with the University of San Diego’s Center for Restorative Justice, she utilizes an approach focused on restoration and repair, particularly when appropriate. Her warm, levelheaded, and non-judgmental demeanor encourages open communication, fostering voluntary and participatory processes of accountability. This skilled facilitation allows for a more nuanced and effective resolution than a solely punitive approach.
Furthermore, Amber’s background as a direct descendant of the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Sipayik and her fluency in Spanish provides a unique cultural competency that allows her to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds with sensitivity and composure. This ability to navigate complex issues with respect and understanding is invaluable when dealing with sensitive investigations involving individuals from varied cultural and linguistic perspectives.
Practice Areas:
Amber Attalla provides legal expertise in the following areas:
- Labor and Employment Law - Management: Strategic counsel and support for businesses and institutions navigating employment law matters.
- Litigation - Labor and Employment: Experienced representation in employment disputes, contract disputes, and claims of discrimination or harassment.
Awards & Recognition:
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA: Labor and Employment Law - Management
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Education & Credentials:
- Legal Expertise: Extensive experience as outside counsel for businesses and educational institutions, handling complex litigation and regulatory investigations.
- Investigative Certifications: Approved Sexual Misconduct Investigator by United Educators; certifications from The National Center for Campus Public Safety and The Forensic Experiential Trauma Interview (FETI).
- Restorative Justice Training: Training through the University of San Diego’s Center for Restorative Justice.
Affiliations & Recognition: Recognized Since 2021
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
