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Marjorie Mesidor
Marjorie Mesidor
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New York Employment Law Lawyer with 14 years experience

Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center2nd Circuit, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Connecticut and New York
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Jessica Massimi
Jessica Massimi
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New York Employment Law Lawyer

City University of New York School of LawNew York and U.S. District Courts for Southern, Eastern, and Western Districts of New York
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Joseph P. Villanueva
Joseph P. Villanueva
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Aggressive & Effective Legal Representation! Skilled Employment Law Advocacy!

I aggressively protect the legal rights and interests of those with employment law needs. I will use my experience and expertise to fight for you! Visit my website to see client reviews or call for a consultation.
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Jalila A. Bell
Jalila A. Bell
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New York Employment Law Attorney with 12 years experience

Golden Gate University School of LawUS Courts for Eastern District of New York, US Courts for Northern District of New York, Us Courts for Southern District of New York and New York
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Inna Fershteyn
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Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Attorney with 20 years experience
(718) 333-2394 1517 Voorhies Ave, 4FL
 Brooklyn, NY 11235
Employment, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
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Inna Fershteyn is Brooklyn leading estate planning lawyer who received education from the top schools and practiced law in several major law firms before opening Law Offices of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C. Ms. Fershteyn's professional philosophy is that ability, experience, service, and direct accountability are the primary components of effective legal representation. Her accomplishments and renowned success are due to this strict adherence to providing first rate, specialized services that are custom tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Ms. Fershteyn is bilingual in English and Russian and has been practicing law for...
Gennady Litvin
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BROOKLYN, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 9 years experience
(718) 504-6090 517 BRIGHTON BEACH AVE
FL 2
 BROOKLYN, NY 11235
Free ConsultationEmployment, Personal Injury and Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law
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Gennady Litvin, Esq. is an associate with Law Office of Yuriy Moshes, P.C. Mr. Litvin graduated Pace University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Economics, and went on to pursue his Juris Doctorate at the University of Miami School of Law, where he was a proud member of the esteemed Business Law Review. Gennady Litvin was admitted into the Florida State Bar in 2008 and the New York State Bar in 2009. Also, Mr. Litvin is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, United States District Court for the Southern...
Alex Umansky
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Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 7 years experience
(718) 504-6090 517 Brighton Beach Ave
FL 2
 Brooklyn, NY 11235
Free ConsultationEmployment, Arbitration & Mediation and Civil Rights
New York Law School
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Alex Umansky is a dedicated New York workplace discrimination attorney at Law Office of Yuriy Moshes, P.C. He works at the forefront of the fight for employee rights, and is committed to continuing his stellar track record of obtaining substantial and just verdicts for his clients. Among his career successes have been multiple six-figure verdicts and judgments, including one for $400,000 and a seven-figure verdict of $1,692,000 in a construction accident case, which was one of the top verdicts in New York that year.

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Leo Glickman
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Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 22 years experience
(718) 852-3710 475 Atlantic Avenue
3rd floor
 Brooklyn, NY 11217
Employment, Administrative, Civil Rights and Criminal
Brooklyn Law School
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Founding partner Leo Glickman has a long track record of holding the powerful accountable and fighting for progressive candidates and causes. While serving as the NY State Chair of Common Cause, he spearheaded legal efforts to force the Republican-led New York State Senate to open their financial books. The case resulted in a landmark decision by the Court of Appeals, Weston vs. Sloan, that requires the State Senate to disclose its taxpayer-funded budget to the public. Mr. Glickman is an experienced civil rights litigator, representing clients whose constitutional rights have been violated by members of the Police Department and the Department...
Jonathan R Miller
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Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Attorney with 12 years experience
(609) 955-1226 186 Joralemon St., Suite 1202
 Brooklyn, NY 11201
Free ConsultationEmployment, Appeals, Foreclosure Defense and IP
Cornell University
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Marcus Aurelius Nussbaum
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Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer
(888) 426-4370 P.O. Box 245599
 Brooklyn, NY 11224
Employment, Business, Construction and Maritime
Brooklyn Law School
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Prior to entering the practice of law, Marcus Nussbaum served as an Officer in the United States Army Air Defense Artillery, completing his military service at the rank of Captain. Marcus is a veteran of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for successfully engaging and destroying two Iraqi SCUD Missiles launched towards U.S. Forces during the first week of the Iraq war in 2003. Marcus graduated from Rutgers University and received his law degree from Brooklyn Law School. He is admitted in New Jersey and New York, and is...
Joseph Harrison
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Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Attorney with 12 years experience
(203) 444-3551 251 Troy Avenue
 Brooklyn, NY 11213
Employment, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Real Estate
University of Florida
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Harassed by collection calls? Being sued by creditors? Considering bankruptcy? After 10 years as the senior litigation attorney for a major collection firm, I switched sides and now help people effectively deal with their debt.

My former clients include practically every major bank, hospital, finance company and student loan entity. On a daily basis I would have every debt defense thrown at me by both attorneys and non-attorneys and quickly discovered which ones worked and which ones didn't.

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Daniel Hymowitz
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Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Attorney with 11 years experience
(718) 841-6900 1928 Kings Hwy
3rd Floor
 Brooklyn, NY 11229
Employment, Bankruptcy, Business and IP
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Tara Fallon
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Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Attorney with 14 years experience
(718) 930-1391 726 Vermont Street
 Brooklyn, NY 11207
Employment, Appeals, Civil Rights and Family
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Emily Bass
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Attorney with 38 years experience
(718) 522-9705 25 Washington St
 Brooklyn, NY 11201
Employment, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and IP
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Diane Mall Sammarco
Diane Mall Sammarco
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Aggressive and Experienced Employment Law Attorney! Protect Your Rights!

I am a dedicated and skilled New York labor and employment lawyer. I have been protecting the rights of workers for nearly 20 years! Call for a consultation, visit my website to see case settlements and verdicts.
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Giselle Schuetz
Giselle Schuetz
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Free Consultation! Outstanding Employment Lawyer! Aggressive Employee Advocacy!

I am an experienced and skilled attorney representing employees in harassment and discrimination cases. I bring total dedication to every case! Visit my website to see case results and call for a free consultation.
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Mark Judah Posner
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Attorney with 13 years experience
(718) 250-2327 350 Jay St
 Brooklyn, NY 11201
Employment and Workers' Comp
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Janet Vera Rugg
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 25 years experience
(718) 703-1004 1505 Albemarle Rd
 Brooklyn, NY 11226
Employment, Business, Collections and Health Care
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Harvey Kupferberg
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 59 years experience
(718) 855-4755 26 Court St
 Brooklyn, NY 11201
Employment and Personal Injury
Brooklyn Law School
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Thomas David Leff
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 25 years experience
(718) 624-0154 26 Court St
 Brooklyn, NY 11201
Employment
New York Law School
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Helaine Joyce Knickerbocker
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 66 years experience
(718) 403-0934 50 Cheever Pl
 Brooklyn, NY 11231
Employment, Divorce and Family
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Cassandra Aimee Johnson
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 11 years experience
(718) 403-0325 26 Court St
 Brooklyn, NY 11201
Employment
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Richard John Cea
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 40 years experience
(718) 852-5900 45 Main St
 Brooklyn, NY 11201
Employment and Estate Planning
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Vincent Iheke Eke-nweke
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Attorney with 23 years experience
(718) 852-8300 498 Atlantic Ave
 Brooklyn, NY 11217
Employment, Personal Injury and Real Estate
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Irene Donna Thomas
Brooklyn, NY Employment Law Lawyer
(718) 493-9287 977 St Johns Pl
 Brooklyn, NY 11213
Employment
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Jenice Malecki
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney with 26 years experience
(212) 943-1233 11 Broadway
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 New York, NY 10004
Free ConsultationEmployment, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Stockbroker Fraud
New York Law School
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Jenice L. Malecki is a well-known securities attorney and the founder of Malecki Law. She is a successful and aggressive litigator with a uniquely diverse background representing thousands of investors and industry professionals. Ms. Malecki’s experience as a New York securities attorney began in class action litigation, working on the famed class action case In re Crazy Eddie. Throughout the 1990’s she represented numerous broker dealers in “boiler room” stock fraud cases and the progeny of the real-life Wolf of Wall Street. She has been the Vice-President on the board of the PIABA Foundation, with a mission to educate...
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William K. Phillips
William K. Phillips
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New York Employment Law Lawyer with 22 years experience

St. Thomas University School of Law2nd Circuit, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, U.S. District Court, Western District of New York and New York
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Emre Polat Esq.
Emre Polat Esq.
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New York Employment Law Lawyer

Attorney Emre Polat is an experienced New York City employment attorney. He has substantial litigation experience in all aspects of employment law, including lawsuits arising out of wrongful termination,... Read More »
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Bryan S. Arcé
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer
(877) 469-5297 45 Broadway, Suite 610
 New York, NY 10006
Employment and Civil Rights
Brooklyn Law School
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Bryan was born in Los Angeles, CA. He attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor Michigan where he received his Bachelors of Arts Degree. He obtained his Juris Doctorate law degree from Brooklyn Law School. Mr. Arce is a member of the American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, New Jersey State Bar Association, and Pennsylvania State Bar Association. He is admitted to practice law in the States of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania and is admitted to the Federal Courts of those states. Mr. Arce is of counsel to the Derek T. Smith Law Group, P.C. Prior to...
William P. Lalor
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney with 16 years experience
(646) 818-9870 30 Wall Street, 8th Floor
 New York, NY 10005
Free ConsultationEmployment, Business, Education and Insurance Claims
The Pennsylvania State University School of Law
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In more than sixteen years of law practice, Bill Lalor has represented a diverse group of individual and commercial clients in litigated and other matters involving complex insurance coverage (including coverage-in-place agreements, structured settlements, and other coverage issues), employment, education, FINRA (including “dirty” U-5 issues), personal injury, toxic torts and mass torts, business disputes, regulatory matters, and other subject areas.

Bill has litigated cases involving high-profile clients and adversaries in federal, state and specialized courts throughout the United States, including “CNA” insurers and the Lloyd’s of London insurance market. He also served as National Coordinating Counsel for high-profile clients including Alcoa...
Marjorie Mesidor
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 14 years experience
(212) 248-7431 45 Broadway
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 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment, Arbitration & Mediation and Civil Rights
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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Charles Joseph
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney with 27 years experience
(212) 651-4238 32 Broadway
Suite 601
 New York, NY 10004
Free ConsultationEmployment
New York University
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Charles Joseph founded Joseph and Kirschenbaum LLP in 1997, after graduating from the NYU School of Law in 1990 and working for a large Wall Street firm. Joseph and Kirschenbaum is a boutique firm of five attorneys dedicated to helping employees win workers' rights claims and is considered one of the leading plaintiff's employment firms in New York City. His team has recovered more than $100,000,000 for victims of employer wrongdoing, including wage theft, sexual harassment and employment discrimination.

Charles is also an employment history buff and currently is working on a master's degree from the University of Edinburgh School of...
Joshua S.C. Parkhurst
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 21 years experience
11 Broadway, Suite 615
 New York, NY 10004
Employment
New York University School of Law
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Joshua Parkhurst has represented employees, labor unions and employee benefits funds since 1998. His work with employees includes representing individuals in litigation or other dispute resolution involving termination of employment, unlawful discrimination and harassment and wage and hour violations. In addition, Josh advises employees in non-litigation matters, such as working with current employees as to how to avoid potential terminations, and advising clients in contract or severance negotiations. Joshua has also worked with labor unions in all aspects of representation, including organizing drives, grievance representation, contract negotiation and duty of fair representation matters. Joshua also represents employee...
Joel I. Rachmiel
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 45 years experience
(866) 216-5186 40 Broad St
7th Floor
 New York, NY 10004
Free ConsultationEmployment and Criminal
Seton Hall University School of Law
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Terrence P. Dwyer
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New York , NY Employment Law Attorney with 27 years experience
(845) 849-3706 80 Broad Street
Suite 516
 New York , NY 10004
Free ConsultationEmployment, Estate Planning, Real Estate and Traffic Tickets
Pace Law School
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20 years experience in real estate transactional law and litigation, estate planning and administration. University professor teaching law classes in Real Estate Law and Wills, Trusts & Estate Administration. Experience in land and title issues. Serving the Westchester, Putnam, Orange, Dutchess & Columbia County areas. AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell Highest Rating
Gregory Calliste Jr.
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer
(212) 248-7431 45 Broadway
#620
 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment and Civil Rights
New York Law School
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Darryl J. Bouganim
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer
(212) 943-1233 11 Broadway
#715
 New York, NY 10004
Employment, Arbitration & Mediation, Securities and Stockbroker Fraud
Michigan State University
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Steven Fingerhut
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer
(212) 248-7431 45 Broadway
#620
 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment and Civil Rights
Albany Law School
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Ross B. Intelisano
Ross B. Intelisano
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Experienced and Skilled Employment Lawyer! Protecting Your Rights and Interests!

I aggressively advocate for my clients’ rights in all areas of employment law. I will use legal knowledge and expertise to fight for an optimal outcome! Visit my website to see case results. Call for a consultation.
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John M. Giordano
John M. Giordano
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New York Employment Law Attorney with 34 years experience

Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra UniversityUnited States District Court in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and New York
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Lucas Buzzard
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer
(866) 348-7394 32 Broadway
Suite 601
 New York, NY 10004
Employment, Civil Rights and Workers' Comp
American University Washington College of Law
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Lucas Buzzard joined the firm in 2015.
Emre Polat Esq.
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 8 years experience
(212) 480-4500 45 Broadway
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 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment and Business
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
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Attorney Emre Polat is an experienced New York City employment attorney. He has substantial litigation experience in all aspects of employment law, including lawsuits arising out of wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour violations, medical leave violations, whistleblower claims, retaliation, non-compete agreements, and severance agreements. Mr. Polat has personally litigated countless matters from inception through trial. He has represented both employees and employers who need a discrimination attorney or assistance in other claims. His advocacy and experience has earned him notable recognition and respect.

Mr. Polat has personally litigated countless matters from inception through trial. His advocacy and experience has...
Jessica Massimi
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer
(212) 248-7431 45 Broadway
Suite 620
 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment and Civil Rights
City University of New York School of Law
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Jared Jacobson
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney with 15 years experience
(646) 666-7251 Suite 2612
 New York, NY 10038
Employment, Business, Health Care and Real Estate
St. John's University School of Law
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Attorney Jared A. Jacobson, Esq. is a member of The Law Firm of Jacobson & Rooks, LLC, and specializes in Labor and Employment Law, Whistleblower/Qui Tam cases, Restrictive Covenant matters, Healthcare Law, Business/Finance Law, Commercial Real Estate and Sports & Entertainment matters. Mr. Jacobson has experience litigating cases in federal and state courts, as well as at administrative agencies and is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey. Mr. Jacobson regularly works with whistleblowers in the healthcare industry involving healthcare fraud and various other types of fraud committed against the federal and state governments, as...
Gregory Kirschenbaum
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney
(212) 248-0120 45 Broadway
#610
 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment and Civil Rights
Brooklyn Law School
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David Kirsch
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney with 12 years experience
(917) 551-1340 61 Broadway, 25th Floor
 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment, Criminal, DWI and White Collar Crime
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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I am a former Assistant District Attorney from the Bronx County District Attorney's Office, who specializes in Criminal Defense and Disciplinary Law. I represent union members and private clientele and practice in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Upstate New York.
Erica L. Shnayder
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney
(212) 248-0120 45 Broadway
#610
 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment and Civil Rights
American University Washington College of Law
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Alexander Granovsky
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New York, NY Employment Law Lawyer with 14 years experience
(646) 524-6001 48 Wall Street
11th Floor
 New York, NY 10005
Free ConsultationEmployment and Civil Rights
New York University School of Law
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Experienced employment attorney representing individuals and companies in all aspects of employment law.
Jessenia Maldonado
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney with 6 years experience
(212) 248-7431 45 Broadway
#620
 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment, Arbitration & Mediation and Civil Rights
UDC David A. Clarke School of Law
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Brittany A. Stevens
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New York, NY Employment Law Attorney
(212) 248-7431 45 Broadway
Suite 620
 New York, NY 10006
Free ConsultationEmployment, Arbitration & Mediation and Civil Rights
University of San Francisco School of Law
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Elissa Krell
Elissa Krell
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Free Consultation! Experienced & Dedicated Employment Law Attorney! Call Now!

I am a knowledgeable and experienced employment lawyer. I am dedicated to fighting for the rights of clients who have been wronged by employers! Visit my website for results and reviews, or call for a free consultation.
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Josef Nussbaum
Josef Nussbaum
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Free Consultation!Dedicated Legal Representation for New York Workers’ Rights!

I am a determined and aggressive employment law attorney. I am committed to workers who suffer injustice in the workplace! Visit my website to see client testimonials and case results, or call for a free consultation.
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Employment law governs the relationship between workers and their employers. This law, contained in federal and state statutes, administrative regulations, and judicial decisions, specifies the rights and restrictions applicable to each party in the workplace.

This area of law regulates such issues as employee benefits, discipline, hiring, firing, leave, payroll, and health and safety in the workplace. It also encompasses non-compete agreements, retaliation, severance, unemployment compensation, pensions, whistle-blowing, worker classification, wage garnishment, work authorization for non-U.S. citizens, worker's compensation, and employee handbooks.

Both federal and state laws govern the relationship between employees and employers. Federal laws such as Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibit employers from discriminating against employees based on certain characteristics. Many states have enacted their own laws similar to federal ones (and sometimes are more stringent). Cities and counties also can enact ordinances that affect employee rights, such as local minimum wage laws.

Employment lawyers can choose to accept only employees as clients, only employers, or both. Some attorneys focus on a specific area of employment law, such as workers' compensation, whistleblowing or discrimination, but many can handle a wide range of employment law issues.

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Exempt employee: An employee who is not entitled to the minimum wage or overtime pay protections of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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