Recommendations for the best employment lawyers (NOVA preferred, DC ok)

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Anonymous wrote:OP - keep in mind that claiming discrimination is a bell that cannot be unrung. I have practiced on both sides and in my experience, the end result of a single plaintiff case is that the plaintiff almost always has to find a new job. Even when they have a good case the end result is a settlement that requires the employee to leave the company. There ends up being too much bad blood for the work relationship to continue. I have never represented an employer who told me, I'm glad that employee brought this problem to our attention via litigation so that we could fix it.

I'm not sayng you should not proceed. Just go in with your eyes wide open. I've seen too many employees file a claim thinking they were going to win a six figure settlement, a promoting, or their bosses fired, only to end up with a separation and settlement agreement, attorneys fees paid for, $10k (before taxes) and the need to find another job.

OP here- Thank you for your advice- I do want a separation package and I have a lot of documented evidence - I am in no way the only one.

Op again, I have evidence of sexual discrimination, sexual harassment, whistle blower and retaliation. I am not an attorney but work with them significantly. I almost got my JD - even took the LSATs - (but opted for another masters).

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Anonymous wrote:OP here- thank you- please keep sharing any names.. I have called a few from washingtonian list and given intake information. One attorney said he'd meet with me at (yikes) $400/hour. I know I have a very good case - I just need to be prepared on what I should do (so far cannot go to HR since my boss is an exec).

PP on Charles Bredehoft Cohen - I have heard good things about Elaine, did you work with her? PP employment attorney- out of those two firms, which would you recommend for me and any particular name?

Ugh- I'm on antidepressants (first time ever- had to try this since I woke up every morning dreading work and just felt no happiness - trapped) since June due to my work situation.

thank you again.

I worked with Brittany Sakata. It was expensive but worthwhile. Good luck.

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Anonymous wrote:Mark Baker, Esq., formerly of Holland and Knight in Tysons' office.

I believe he may have his own practice now. He has something like 30 years' of experience in labor and employment counseling and litigation. Excellent lawyer and excellent guy, easy to work with.

Can you provide a number? I can't find him since he's no longer at Holland and Knight.

I recently reached him via his H & K email.

[Anonymous]

I believe Brittany Sakata is on sabbatical but try her anyway. Super aggressive firm. Also try Declan Leonard.

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David Wachtel

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OP here- thank you so much-!!! if you provide a reference if there's any way you can tell me a little more about your experience or what you heard- I would GREATLY appreciate it. I was told yes to come in (after intake) by 3 recommended firms so far, I'm waiting on two more. I am now in a tighter schedule since what I thought may happen - happened. Fortunately, I have been documenting and have taken notes on what has happened ( not just to me).

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I had great success with Steve. He is very busy and can be slow to respond but working with him was worth it. Very good outcome!

Stephen Z. Chertkof, Heller Huron Chertkof & Salzman
1730 M Street, Suite 412, Washington, D.C. 20036
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