Will Manuel Quoted in Law360 on Bar Complaint Against EEOC Chair

Bradley attorney Will Manuel was quoted in Law360 on a bar complaint filed against EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas and whether it could lead to consequences. Manuel acknowledges concerns about the EEOC’s direction but said the complaint is unlikely to result in disciplinary action because it hinges on interpretive and political disagreements rather than clear ethical breaches.

“I don't know that the state bar of Virginia is going to be that excited about getting involved,” Manuel said, expressing skepticism that the complaint will gain traction.

Manuel questioned whether the allegations meet the threshold for an ethics violation, emphasizing that bar associations typically handle more clear-cut misconduct.

“I’m not so sure it rises to the level of a bar complaint,” he said.

Manuel added that the underlying law is not always interpreted uniformly.

“Personally, I don't agree with the way the EEOC is doing this, but Title VII can be read a number of ways,” Manuel said.

The full article, “Attys Split Over Impact of Bar Complaint Against EEOC Chair,” was published by Law360 on April 29, 2026. (login required)