Education
- Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University, J.D. and D.C.L
- Jean Moulin University Lyon III, France, Study Abroad Program
- Louisiana State University, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and English Rhetoric, Writing and Culture
Bar Admissions
- Louisiana
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana
- United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana
- United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Madeline A. Earles is an associate attorney who brings fierce advocacy, meticulous attention to detail, and tireless dedication to her litigation practice. Madeline represents clients in employment law, toxic tort litigation, and complex commercial disputes across Louisiana state and federal courts. She has successfully drafted and argued dispositive motions, defended employers and public entities against EEOC charges, and managed cases from initial intake through favorable resolution.
Madeline grew up on a third-generation sugar cane, rice, soybean, and crawfish farm in Bunkie, Louisiana, where she learned the values of tenacity, adaptability, and resilience. Her family’s success was built on proactive problem-solving and outside-the-box thinking, skills she now applies to the ever-evolving landscape of toxic tort and employment law. Much like the agricultural industry, entities in these fields require counsel who can navigate constantly changing laws and standards with creativity and determination.
Madeline is known for her competitive spirit and unwavering work ethic. She refuses to close her computer until she finds the answer- whether that leads to a winning strategy or provides crucial clarity on challenging issues. Her ability to master complex subject matter quickly, stay on top of legal developments, and work diligently in her clients’ best interests drives everything she does. She strives to leave work each day proud of what she and her team have accomplished in solving the problems clients trust them to address.
Important Litigation Involvement
- Defended public and private sector employers against EEOC charges and employment-related claims involving race, gender, age, sex, and disability discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and ADA violations
- Represented clients throughout the EEOC process, including drafting position statements, responding to investigations, and negotiating resolution
- Litigated Title VII matters on behalf of companies and public entities, defending against allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in state and federal courts. Defended school board in multiple litigations involving employment disputes, personal injury, and discrimination claims
News & Knowledge
Organization/Committee Memberships
- Louisiana State Bar Association
- New Orleans Bar Association
- Federal Bar Association, New Orleans Chapter
Speaking Engagements
- “Hot Topics in HR” Presentation to New Orleans Bar Association’s 2025 Procrastinators Program CLE
- “Hot Topics in HR” Presentation to Southern United States Trade Association’s 2025 annual meeting
Publications
- “Trump on Education: ICE Policy Reversal’s Impact on Schools,” McGlinchey Stafford: Insights (2025)
- “Trump on Education: DOE Targets DEI, Threatens Federal Funding,” McGlinchey Stafford: Insights (2025)
- “Understanding Reasonable Accommodations Under the ADA and PWFA,” Melissa Losch & Madeline Earles, The Legal Intelligencer (2024)
- “Spilling the Deceitful Tea: Navigating the Flavor Versus Ingredient Debate Amidst Kominis v. Starbucks Corporation,” La. L. Rev.: LRR Lagniappe (2024)
Pro Bono & Community Service
- Blood Cancer United’s Light the Night Event Chair, 2025
Law School Honors & Awards
- Dean’s Scholar
- L’Ecrevisse Scholarship (Crawfish Farmer’s Case) 2021–2024
- CALI Award for Excellence: Legal Research and Writing II and Local Government Law
- Advanced Certifications in Both Westlaw and Lexis Nexis Involvement
- Louisiana Law Review Development Editor
- Academic Tutor for Legal Research and Writing I & II
- Ira S. Flory Mock Trial Octo-Finalist
- Student Bar Association 1L Mentor Program
Previous Experience
- Associate, McGlinchey Stafford, PLLC
- Judicial Extern to the Honorable Judge John W. deGravelles, United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana
- Assistant to the Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives, Speakers Taylor F. Barras and Clay Schexnayder