
Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC
With offices in New York, New York, and Miami, Florida, Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC, represents employees and individuals facing sexual harassment, employment discrimination and other violations of workplace rights. Our practice includes discrimination based on protected characteristics such as race, age, religion, sexual orientation and disability, as well as wrongful termination, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, whistleblower matters, leave and accommodation issues, pregnancy discrimination and other employment-related claims.
We understand that experiencing harassment or discrimination can be deeply difficult, particularly when you are concerned about retaliation, embarrassment or the impact on your career. We advocate for clients in sensitive employment matters and develop legal strategies tailored to the circumstances of each case. We also represent individuals in matters involving child sexual abuse.
With more than 30 years of experience in workplace harassment and discrimination matters, we have developed a practice focused on representing employees in complex and challenging cases. We have secured millions of dollars for clients through settlements and verdicts, including significant results in high-profile employment and discrimination matters. Our goal is to protect the rights of employees and pursue the compensation available under the law when those rights have been violated.
In qualifying cases, we work on a contingency basis, allowing clients to pursue their claims without an upfront legal fee and pay only if we obtain a successful settlement or verdict. We believe clients deserve personalized representation, clear communication and dedicated advocacy throughout the legal process.
If harassment, discrimination or another workplace dispute threatens your career, financial security or well-being, having knowledgeable legal representation can make an important difference. At Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC, our New York and Miami offices allow us to assist employees facing difficult workplace situations. Contact us for a free, confidential consultation to discuss your circumstances, understand your legal options and take the next step toward protecting your workplace rights.
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Why Clients Choose Derek Smith Law Group
Since 1995, Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC has represented employees facing sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation at work. Here is what clients can expect when they work with us.
More than 30 years of focus. Our practice is built around employment law for workers. The firm has handled thousands of sexual harassment, discrimination, and employment cases, from intake through trial and appeal.
A record of recoveries. Our attorneys have recovered more than $500 million for clients through verdicts and settlements.
Experience in the courtroom. Many employment cases resolve through negotiation, but some go to trial. Our attorneys have won verdicts in state and federal courts in New York and Pennsylvania, in cases involving sexual harassment and discrimination based on race, gender, disability, religion, and sexual orientation.
A team with prosecutorial experience. Our attorneys include former sex-crimes prosecutors.
Eight offices. Derek Smith Law Group has offices in New York City; Morristown, New Jersey; Philadelphia; Miami; Los Angeles; San Francisco; San Diego; and Washington, D.C.
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All Practice Areas
- Civil Litigation: Plaintiff
- Civil Rights
- Employment & Labor: Employee
- Employment Litigation: Plaintiff
- General Litigation
- Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
All Focus Areas
- Americans with Disabilities Act
- Disability
- Discrimination
- Employment Discrimination
- Employment Law - Employee
- Labor Law
- Race Discrimination
- Retaliation
- Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff
- Sexual Harassment
- Wage & Hour Laws
- Whistleblower
- Wrongful Termination
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Other Offices
New York Office
450 7th Avenue, 30th Floor
The Nelson Tower
New York, NY 10123
PH: 855-281-7046
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Philadelphia Office
1628 Pine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
PH: 215-391-4790
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Miami Office
520 Brickell Key Dr
Suite O-301
Miami, FL 33131
PH: 305-946-1884
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Los Angeles Office
633 W 5th St
Suite 3250
Los Angeles, CA 90071
PH: 310-602-6050
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San Diego Office
350 10th Avenue
Suite 1000
San Diego, CA 92101
PH: 800-807-2209
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San Francisco Office
601 Montgomery St
Suite 312
San Francisco, CA 94111
PH: 415-915-4322
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Washington Office
1500 K Street
2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20005
PH: 202-938-1794
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