Scott T. Allen
Senior Counsel
Scott Allen is an employment lawyer who represents companies in a range of matters, including lawsuits before federal and state courts and administrative agencies, as well as government investigations concerning wage & hour and occupational safety and health compliance. Scott also handles employment aspects of M&A transactions for buyers and sellers.
In addition, Scott advises employers on day-to-day employment issues, such as disability accommodation, leaves of absence, and disciplinary matters, including for employers with operations throughout the country.
Prior to joining Foley, Scott worked as a press assistant and legislative aide in the United States Senate.
Awards and Recognition
- Received, Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognition for Labor and Employment Law – Management (2024)
Presentations and Publications
- Scott has published numerous articles on labor and employment topics, including an analysis for Law360, “What CDC’s New Mask Guidance Means for Employers,” in May 2021.
Illinois Reins in Astronomical Damages Under Biometric Privacy Law
Illinois employers will no longer face astronomical damages — into the millions or even hundreds of millions of dollars at issuer in recent class action lawsuits — for violations of the Biometric Information Protection Act under reforms signed into law on August 2, 2024.
Reminder to Employers: It’s Time to Post and/or Submit OSHA Injury Records
This is the first year that the Occupational Safety and Heath Administration’s expanded injury and illness reporting requirements take effect for employers in certain “high-hazard” industries.
Foley Represents Beacon Mobility in Acquisition of Cedar Bus Company and Easton Bus Service
Foley & Lardner LLP served as legal advisor to Beacon Mobility, a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity, in its acquisitions of Cedar Bus Company and Easton Bus Service, Inc.
Foley Represents Beacon Mobility in Acquisition of Rolling V Bus Corp.
Foley & Lardner LLP served as legal advisor for Audax Private Equity portfolio company Beacon Mobility in its acquisition of Rolling V Bus Corp.
Foley Represents Beacon Mobility in Acquisition of Local Motion
Foley & Lardner LLP served as legal advisor for Audax Private Equity portfolio company Beacon Mobility in its acquisition of Local Motion of Boston.
Foley Represents Beacon Mobility in Acquisition of Royal Coach Lines
Foley & Lardner LLP served as legal advisor for Audax Private Equity portfolio company Beacon Mobility in its acquisition of Royal Coach Lines.