Toni Jackson is a first-chair litigator with extensive jury and bench trial experience. She represents clients in federal courts across the country in complex civil actions — class action and multidistrict litigation. Clients rely on Toni to marshal the evidence presented during discovery and either win the case at summary judgment or try the case and win at trial.
Toni routinely counsels private-sector clients whose business interests require frequent interaction with District of Columbia government agencies. She draws from her rich experience as an attorney at the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia to counsel major companies and nonprofit organizations on local legislative and regulatory issues. Toni is familiar with all members of the Council of the District of Columbia, along with many senior officials in the executive branch and the district’s independent agencies. During her tenure at OAG, she served as a senior legal adviser to the attorney general, the chief deputy attorney general, and various executive agencies. Toni also served as co- or lead counsel in several bench and jury trials alleging violations of federal and D.C. laws, and she defended the district’s implementation of the First Source Act. Toni routinely negotiated successful resolutions of significant cases for the District of Columbia and participated in dozens of mediations to achieve the best results for her client. While at OAG, Toni received the Attorney General’s Award for Outstanding Head of a Division in recognition of her significant contributions in the areas of leadership, service, and training.
Toni also represents employers in litigation matters arising under Title VII, Title VI, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. She previously served as a senior trial attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice in the Employment Litigation Section of the Civil Rights Division. During her time at DOJ, Toni conducted investigations involving allegations of discrimination by state and local governments in hiring, discipline, and retention. She was recognized for her work at DOJ with numerous awards for performance and special achievements.
Toni began her career as a law clerk to the Hon. Gerald W. Heaney of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit in Duluth, Minnesota. She later clerked for the Hon. John M. “Jack” Mason (Mag.) of the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota in St. Paul. Toni is a member of the District of Columbia Bar and the U.S. Supreme Court Bar.
Representative Matters
- Represent a major railroad in multi-district litigation alleging multi-billion-dollar conspiracy to fix fuel prices.
- Represent a major international company in defense of a class action alleging a defective product.
- Represent an educational institution in preparing a response to the D.C. Office of the Attorney General inquiry regarding privacy practices.
- Represent a leading e‐commerce platform in a major antitrust lawsuit filed by the D.C. Attorney General challenging the company’s pricing policies nationwide.
- Represent a pharmacy industry company in a D.C. Office of the Attorney General inquiry into a cyber security incident.
- Represent D.C. contractors in class action alleging violations of D.C. Wage and Hour laws.
- Represented a major automobile manufacturer in multiple consolidated nation-wide class actions alleging vehicle performance defects, breach of warranty, fraud and consumer protection claims.
- Represented a major beverage company in prosecuting a lawsuit alleging trademark infringement.
- Represented a leading online retailer in a multistate Attorneys General investigation into driver tips.
Speeches & Presentations
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“Solidarity in Cyberspace: Technology and Union Organizing,” ABA Employment Rights and Responsibilities Committee Midwinter Meeting, Rancho Mirage, CA.
(March 16, 2023).
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"Using Artificial Intelligence in Hiring and Recruiting: The Future is Here," American Bar Association's 16th Annual Section of Labor & Employment Law Conference, Washington, D.C.
(November 11, 2022).
Speakers: Toni Jackson and Eric Su.
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"Follow the Money: Federal Infrastructure and Investment in State and Local Governments," Back Together Again for OOPS 2022, Washington, D.C.
(May 16, 2022).
Speakers: Lorraine M. Campos, Toni Michelle Jackson, and Rina M. Gashaw.
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"Navigating the Landscape of the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Under the American Rescue Plan Act," Crowell & Moring Webinar
(March 24, 2022).
Speakers: Peter Eyre, Toni Michelle Jackson, Laura J. Mitchell Baker, and Rina M. Gashaw.
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"State Attorney's General Update: Trends and Areas of Interest for Consumer Products Retailers," Retail Industry Leaders Association Consumer Products Committee Virtual Meeting
(October 5 - 6, 2021).
Speakers: Toni Michelle Jackson and Michael Yaghi.
Publications
Client Alerts & Newsletters
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"Artificial Intelligence in Employment: Second Hearing on NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Proposed Rules and Upcoming EEOC Hearing,"
Labor & Employment Law Alert - US
(January 24, 2023).
Contacts: Kris D. Meade, Rebecca L. Springer, Michael K. Atkinson, Alexander Urbelis, Jacob Canter, Katie Aber, Rachel Lesser, Toni Michelle Jackson
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"State Attorney Generals Call on CFPB to Protect Consumers in Buy-Now-Pay-Later Transactions,"
Advertising & State AG Alert
(April 12, 2022).
Contacts: Toni Michelle Jackson, Kyle Pham
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"Price Gouging Enforcement to Continue Post-Pandemic,"
Advertising & State AG Alert
(March 15, 2022).
Contacts: Toni Michelle Jackson, Suzanne Trivette
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"Additional States Plan for the Implementation of Data Privacy Laws,"
Advertising & State AG Alert
(March 1, 2022).
Contacts: Toni Michelle Jackson, Matthew B. Welling, Sarah Rippy, Roy A. Abernathy
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"Treasury Publishes Final Rule on the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds under the American Rescue Plan Act,"
Government Contracts Bullet Points
(January 21, 2022).
Contacts: Peter Eyre, Toni Michelle Jackson, Laura J. Mitchell Baker, Rina M. Gashaw
Press Coverage
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Workplace Technology Offers Mixed Bag For Managers, Unions
March 27, 2023 — Bloomberg Law
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How DC Became A Consumer Protection Pioneer
December 20, 2022 — Law360
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Employers Can’t Guarantee Complete Confidentiality In Investigations
November 3, 2022 — SHRM
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Washington-Area Appointments And Promotions For April 26
April 25, 2021 — The Washington Post
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Hire Up: SPAC Fever Is Driving Demand For Corporate Partners
April 16, 2021 — The American Lawyer
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Labor of Law: Notable Moves
April 15, 2021 — Law.com
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Wake Up Call: Associate Pay Gains Show Strong Legal Market
April 15, 2021 — Bloomberg Law
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Crowell & Moring Bolsters State AG Team With Toni Jackson Hire
April 14, 2021 — Bloomberg Law
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Crowell & Moring Brings On D.C. Government Litigator To Boost State AG, Employment Practices
April 14, 2021 — Reuters Legal
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Crowell & Moring Adds 'Tough Litigator' From DC AG's Office
April 14, 2021 — Law360
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K Street loses a friendly ear in Congress with Brady retirement
April 14, 2021 — POLITICO Influence
Firm News & Announcements