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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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While entering ‘employment lawyers near me’ or ‘labor attorney near me’ into search engines is a good start, to access quality lawyers who will provide you with the best service, consider utilizing UpCounsel. UpCounsel helps you find a lawyer to help you on an immediate and ongoing basis. Click here to easily find & compare employment lawyers in your area for free.
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 2621 reviews for Labor & Employment attorneys

Draft Contractor Agreement
"Wonderful job and communicated perfectly. Would work with him again in a heartbeat."
Kincade B
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Covina,
CA,
7 days ago

Employment Agreement Review
"Lauri was knowledgeable, easy to work with, and timely in her responses."
Kit C
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Granby,
CO,
7 days ago

Draft Contractor Agreement
"Jack was responsive and very helpful. He provided a quick turnaround on a contract that had some unique specifications."
Adam H
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Lansing,
NY,
9 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,
13 days ago

Assist with Other Labor & Employment Matter
"Jeff was a fantastic partner throughout our onboarding documentation process. He assisted us in developing our employee handbook as well as several other key onboarding materials. Jeff was consistently knowledgeable, responsive, and attentive to our specific needs. He took the time to truly understand our organization and delivered results that were thoughtful, tailored, and effective. I highly recommend working with Jeff!"
Parisa K
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Royal Oak,
MI,
15 days ago

Independent Contractor Agreement
"Alisha was very understanding of our needs, and was very attentive during our first call. This allowed the whole process to be so smooth and a great success!"
Mitchell S
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Denison,
TX,
20 days ago

California Contract Dispute
"Ian was very helpful and attentive to my needs. Highly recommend."
Shahaf A
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Los Altos,
CA,
21 days ago

Review Contractor Agreement
"Maria was thorough and fast — exactly what I needed. Thank you!!"
Monica K
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Brooklyn,
NY,
24 days 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,
24 days ago

Review Employment Agreement
"Rebecca delivered outstanding service with professionalism and precision. The quality of her work exceeded my expectations, and I'm already planning our next collaboration"
Gloria G
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Great Falls,
VA,
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 1 month 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 1 month ago
Terminate Employment Agreement
"Great."
Hesham Y
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Cordova,
TN,
2 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,
3 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
Review Severance Agreement
"Knows what he’s doing and is very responsive!"
Arman C
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Colorado Springs,
CO,
4 months ago