Employment Law

Workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, and labor disputes.

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§ Editorial

What to look for in a employment law attorney.

— The Counsel editors

Workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, and labor disputes.

Finding the right employment law attorney requires careful consideration of experience, communication style, and fee structure. The attorneys listed here represent a broad cross-section of practitioners serving clients in this area of law.

“Employment discrimination and wrongful termination claims are subject to strict administrative deadlines — often 180 or 300 days from the discriminatory act to file a charge with the EEOC. If you miss that window, you lose your federal claims entirely. Do not wait to consult an attorney. The consultation is almost always free, and the clock is almost always running.”
— The Counsel editors

§ What to look for

01Plaintiff-side specialization — most employment attorneys focus on either employees or employers
02Experience with your specific claim type (discrimination, wrongful termination, wage theft)
03Knowledge of both federal (Title VII, ADEA, ADA) and state-level employment protections
04Awareness of administrative filing deadlines with the EEOC or state agency
05Track record of settlements or verdicts in employment cases
06Transparent discussion of fee structure — contingency or hourly

§ Questions to ask at your consultation