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What Can An Employment Lawyer Help You With?
Employment attorneys assist clients with drafting important legal documents, including employment agreements, terminations, and handbooks. They can also help during the process of hiring and issuing stocks.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire An Employment Lawyer In The U.S.?
On average, employment lawyers run from $100 to $400 an hour, varying depending on your location and the attorney’s level of experience.
How To Find The Best Employment Lawyer
Many start by Google searching terms like ‘employment attorney near me’ or ‘labor lawyers near me’. Finding the best lawyer can include making use of referrals or checking local bar associations. You could also use platforms such as UpCounsel to connect with specialized attorneys.
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FAQs About Employment Lawyers
Can a lawyer help with any employment problems?
Employment and wrongful termination lawyers are well-versed in employment law and can represent you and defend your rights in the workplace.
Should I have a lawyer look at my job offer?
It’s always a great idea to have a labor lawyer look at your job offer and employment contract before signing. Legal jargon can be difficult to navigate, and a lawyer can explain to you what you’re agreeing to. They can also help in cases of negotiation.
How do I start a complaint against my employer?
When filing a formal complaint with the Wages and Hours Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), you’ll need basic information like your employment’s name, address, and contact. The complaint process can be difficult, and a labor law attorney can help you in this regard.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 2628 reviews for Labor & Employment attorneys
Review Severance Agreement
"Jonathan was incredibly responsive and answered all of my questions and concerns in a calm and clear manner. He was easy to work with and truly knowledgeable about the topic at hand. I would definitely recommend and would call on him again for any future negotiations."
Lauren G
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New York,
NY,
4 days ago
Review Severance Agreement
"Lauri was very helpful and made good suggestions at a time where I'm going through an unpredictable situation. Her recommendations put me in a better position to move forward."
Jade C
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Northfield,
VT,
4 days ago
Separation Agreement Drafting
"Great work, responsive, detailed."
Tony M
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Louisville,
KY,
7 days ago
Assist with Equity Compensation
"Rebecca is very knowledgeable and super responsive."
Tatiana L
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Sayreville,
NJ,
12 days ago
Terminate Contractor Agreement
"Jack was great. Very responsive and knowledgeable about my situation. I was in a contract for services that had not yet started, and that I no longer needed. I wanted to cancel the contract but the company I had contracted with refused to refund my down payment. Jack helped me get a full refund."
Barbara E
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Fredericksburg,
VA,
17 days ago
Review Contractor Agreement
"Working with Alisha was great. I highly recommend her"
Abtahee A
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Brooklyn,
NY,
18 days ago
Draft Contractor Agreement
"Wonderful job and communicated perfectly. Would work with him again in a heartbeat."
Kincade B
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Covina,
CA,
26 days ago
Employee Termination Consultation
"Excellent lawyer, he was very knowledgeable of the law and employee contract and a pleasure to work with him. I definitely reccomend him to other small businesses looking to do employee contracts"
Jacquelline L
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Elmhurst,
NY,
about 1 month ago
California Contract Dispute
"Ian was very helpful and attentive to my needs. Highly recommend."
Shahaf A
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Los Altos,
CA,
about 1 month ago
Review Contractor Agreement
"Maria was thorough and fast — exactly what I needed. Thank you!!"
Monica K
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Brooklyn,
NY,
about 1 month ago
Review Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement
"Timothy provides A+ timely service. Thoughtful and objective feedback, would recommend Timothy to any of my colleagues."
A Rsen G
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Miami,
FL,
about 1 month ago
Startup Labor and Equity Dispute
"Sagar was incredibly thorough, responsive, and professional throughout our engagement. He took the time to understand the nuances of my situation, crafted a strong and well-articulated demand letter, and provided thoughtful guidance even beyond the original scope."
Ahmya R
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Los Angeles,
CA,
about 2 months ago
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Equity Ownership and Non-Compete Advice
"Really quick response time, very fair pricing - my issue ended up being less intensive than we thought and they refunded part of my retainer, which I really appreciated. Very upfront, honest, and professional. Would absolutely recommend to family and friends and would definitely use again if needed!"
Melissa S
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El Granada,
CA,
about 2 months ago
Terminate Employment Agreement
"Great."
Hesham Y
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Cordova,
TN,
3 months ago
Review Contractor Agreement
"Scott is efficient and responsive. I needed a contract review with tight deadlines. Scott delivered within the constraint of a tight budget."
Yiling C
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New York,
NY,
3 months ago
Fintex settlement agreement review
"I'm a returned customer, Matthew did again a great job assisting in agreement negotiations."
Sam A
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Sheridan,
WY,
3 months ago
Review Employment Agreement
"Stacy Dees was helpful and knowledgeable in the subject"
Minyi L
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Gardena,
CA,
3 months ago
CEO Employment Review
"Very knowledgeable and very professional. Would work with Seth again."
Steve (Seok Won) C
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Los Angeles,
CA,
4 months ago
Review Contractor Agreement
"Dean was a treat to work with. He had so much enthusiasm to watch out for my interests. 10/10 would work with again."
Nick R
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Provo,
UT,
4 months ago
Review Employment Agreement
"Sean was a great communicator. Timely and efficient. He took my questions and answered each one in detail. Thank you. I would use your services again, but I hope I dont have to :)"
Tina R
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Federal Way,
WA,
4 months ago