Overview

Becky Christensen has successfully represented clients in federal, state, and appellate courts, as well as before administrative agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Missouri Commission on Human Rights, and the Illinois Department of Human Rights. Becky litigates cases involving claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and unfair competition cases. She handles all facets of litigation including pretrial strategy, motion practice, taking and defending depositions, settlement negotiation, trial, and appeal. Becky also has extensive experience managing forensic investigations and large ESI/document review projects.

Becky also regularly advises employers on other matters including:

  • Conducting investigations
  • Navigating requests for disability accommodation
  • Employee discipline and termination
  • Workplace safety
  • Reviewing employee handbooks
  • Employee contracts

Prior to joining Littler, Becky worked at a mid-size firm in St. Louis assisting clients with employment matters and general litigation.

Professional & Community Affiliations

Kappa Alpha Theta

Duke University

Member, Parent Ambassador and Auction Committee

New City School

Recognition

Named, Ones to Watch

The Best Lawyers in America®

2021-2024

Named, Rising Star

Kansas and Missouri

Super Lawyers

2014-2021

Dean's List

Washington University School of Law and Duke University

2008-2010, 2003-2004

First Place Winner

Wiley Rutledge Moot Court Competition

Fall 2008

Named, Best Oral Advocate

Environmental Moot Court Competition

Spring 2009

Certificate of Excellence in Oral Advocacy

(Top Oralist in 1L Legal Practice section)

Washington University School of Law

Student-Elected Commencement Speaker

Washington University School of Law

Speaking Engagements

The Women in the Legal Profession (WILP) – A Discussion Regarding the Historical, Social, and Legal Aspects of Parental Leave in the U.S.

Virtual CLE

February 2023

2022 St. Louis Regional Employer Conference

St. Louis, MO

September 22, 2022

Education

  • J.D., Washington University in St. Louis, School of Law, 2010
  • B.A., Duke University, 2004

Bar Admission

Missouri
Illinois

Courts

  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois