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Jack Tuckner is an American employment rights attorney and founding partner of the law firm Tuckner, Sipser, Weinstock & Sipser, LLP, based in New York. He practices in the area of workplace gender discrimination and other employment-rights matters. He is frequently cited in national media—including Forbes, The New York Times, NBC, and CNN—for expert commentary on issues such as pregnancy discrimination and menopause in the workplace.

Early Life and Education

Tuckner attended Hunter College, City University of New York, graduating cum laude in 1984. He later earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the City University of New York (CUNY) School of Law in 1987. CUNY Law is recognized for its focus on public interest law, which influenced Tuckner’s commitment to advancing gender equity in employment law. Tuckner began his legal career as a senior trial attorney with The Legal Aid Society in the Bronx, where he gained substantial jury-trial experience handling felony cases.

Legal Career

Legal Aid Society

He began his legal career as a senior trial attorney at the Legal Aid Society in the Bronx, handling numerous felony jury trials and gaining significant courtroom experience. He is licensed to practice in New York, Connecticut, and before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Founding of Tuckner, Sipser, Weinstock & Sipser, LLP

In 1992, he co-founded Tuckner, Sipser, Weinstock & Sipser, LLP, with offices in New York City and Poughkeepsie. The firm primarily focuses on gender-based employment litigation, including sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, menopause rights, and unequal pay claims. Multiple mainstream outlets have covered cases where he represented plaintiffs citing gender-based workplace bias.

Media Commentary and Public Advocacy

Throughout his career, Tuckner has been an advocate for gender equity and workplace rights, frequently serving as a commentator on employment discrimination and women’s issues. He has appeared on national programs such as NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America, and CNN, and has been quoted in publications including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and the New York Daily News. In addition to his media work, he regularly presents Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs for attorneys on employment and discrimination topics.

• Featured in Forbes discussing the emerging legal challenge of menopause discrimination, arguing that symptoms of perimenopause and menopause intersect with protected characteristics such as sex, age, and disability.
• Hosts or participates in media segments and podcasts where he shares insights on workplace harassment and gender equity. For example, he appeared on the Women of a Certain Stage podcast to discuss menopausal legal protections, noting gaps in current U.S. employment law.
• Featured in Rare Parenting, where he advocated for stronger workplace protections and reasonable accommodations for parents of children with disabilities, emphasizing that current laws often leave caregivers without adequate support.
• Has taught Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses on pregnancy discrimination through Lawline.
• Featured on The Positive Pause Podcast (Episode #28) hosted by the National Menopause Foundation, where he discussed workplace accommodations for women at mid-life and the need for clearer legal protections for menopause-related symptoms.
• Appeared on the Flipping Fifty podcast to discuss menopause and workplace rights, highlighting how employers can create more supportive environments for midlife women and why clearer legal protections are needed for menopause-related issues.

Recognition and Professional Accolades

Tuckner’s contributions to employment law and women’s rights advocacy have earned him recognition from legal rating organizations and professional associations.

• Super Lawyers: Named to the list of Super Lawyers annually from 2011 to 2025, an honor awarded to top attorneys based on peer recognition and professional achievement.
• Avvo Rating: Holds a "Superb" rating on Avvo, a legal directory that evaluates attorneys based on peer endorsements, experience, and professional achievements.
• Martindale-Hubbell: Listed in Martindale-Hubbell’s attorney directory, which reports on peer reviews of professional conduct and legal ability.