Charlisa R. Odom

Charlisa Odom practices labor and employment law with a focus on management-side defense, representing employers in various aspects of labor and employment in state and federal litigation. Charlisa routinely represents and defends employers against charges of discrimination involving claims of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wage-and-hour disputes filed before federal and state agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Florida Commission on Human Relations. She also has experience assisting employers in employee wage garnishment matters in Florida.

Charlisa's experience includes drafting employment policies and handbooks, conducting investigations, deposition witness preparation, attending depositions, motion and discovery practice, attending hearings and mediation, and participating in trial.

Speaking Engagements

"ER Sync: Practices in Healthcare," empowER (July 25, 2024)

Honors & Recognitions

The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch (2025–2027)

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Professional & Community Involvement

Charlisa is a member of the Hillsborough County Bar Association and a participant in its Bar Leadership Institute. She serves on the board of trustees of the Tampa Bay History Center, participates in the Read to Dream Initiative, and volunteers with Bridge of Hope Kitchen in St. Petersburg.

At the University of Florida College of Law, Charlisa served as executive research editor of the University of Florida Journal of Law & Public Policy.