Profile
Thomas Keane is a partner in AP&T's Employment Practice. He advises employers on employment law, executive compensation, workplace investigations, restrictive covenant matters, reductions in force, and employment issues arising from mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
Mr. Keane works closely with boards, executive leadership, human resources professionals, and in-house legal departments to develop practical employment strategies that support organizational objectives while managing legal risk.
His practice combines preventive counseling with litigation experience, allowing clients to address workplace issues before they become disputes while remaining prepared when formal proceedings cannot be avoided.
Representative Experience
- Counseled employers on executive hiring, separation agreements, compensation arrangements, and restrictive covenant issues.
- Conducted sensitive workplace investigations involving executive conduct, compliance concerns, and internal governance matters.
- Advised organizations on employment issues associated with mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and workforce integration.
- Represented employers in employment litigation involving discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour, and contractual disputes.
- Assisted clients in developing employment policies, management training, and workplace compliance programs.
Practice Philosophy
Mr. Keane believes successful employment counsel requires more than legal analysis. It requires understanding how workplace decisions affect organizational culture, leadership, operations, and long-term business objectives.
"The best employment advice helps organizations resolve tomorrow's dispute before today's decision is made."— Thomas Keane
Professional Background
Before joining AP&T, Mr. Keane advised national employers across multiple industries on employment counseling, labor relations, workplace investigations, and employment litigation. His experience allows him to provide practical guidance that integrates legal requirements with business realities.