Washington, D.C. EEOC Attorney

Lawyer Helping Federal Employees Make EEOC Claims in Washington, D.C.

Federal employees in Washington, D.C. are entitled to equal treatment in the workplace under the law. When those rights are violated, they can take steps to address the harm they have suffered and prevent future violations. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) protections are designed to ensure that all federal employees are judged on their performance, qualifications, and conduct, not on protected characteristics such as race, sex, disability, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The attorney at Federal Employee Legal Services Center represents federal employees who are facing EEO-related challenges. Whether an employee is experiencing unfair treatment, facing disciplinary action rooted in discriminatory motives, or seeking to challenge a wrongful termination, our lawyer can provide the legal representation needed to help them preserve their rights and protect their career. With our knowledge of the federal EEO process and our experience handling claims involving federal agencies, administrative judges, and federal courts, we can help clients navigate each stage of the process while protecting their interests.

Disability Discrimination and Denial of Reasonable Accommodations

Federal employees with disabilities have legal protections. Agencies are required to provide reasonable accommodations that will allow employees to perform essential job functions. Unfortunately, agencies sometimes deny accommodation requests, delay the interactive process, or impose unnecessary restrictions on employees with disabilities. Discrimination may also occur when a disabled employee is subjected to unequal treatment, exclusion, or harassment.

Federal Employee Legal Services Center assists federal employees in securing reasonable accommodations, challenging discriminatory decisions, and holding agencies accountable for violations. Our lawyer can evaluate accommodation denials, represent clients in negotiations with agency representatives, and pursue formal complaints when necessary. Employees who have been unfairly penalized due to a disability can rely on our legal counsel as they take steps to protect their rights and work to restore their position in the workplace.

Addressing Discrimination Based on Race, National Origin, Sex, Age, or Religion

Discrimination in the federal workplace may be related to hiring decisions, promotions, disciplinary actions, performance reviews, or work assignments. Employees may experience unequal treatment based on:

• Race or national origin, including stereotyping, exclusion, or differential enforcement of policies
• Sex, including gender-based discrimination, pregnancy-related bias, or unequal pay
• Age, particularly for workers over 40 who are denied promotions or encouraged to retire early
• Religion, when agencies fail to accommodate religious observances or tolerate hostile conduct toward religious beliefs

Federal Employee Legal Services Center represents federal employees who have experienced discriminatory actions or systemic bias in their agencies. Through careful case development, documentation of patterns of conduct, and legal advocacy, our attorney works with employees to challenge unlawful treatment.

Legal Support for LGBTQ+ Federal Employees

Federal protections also extend to discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Despite these protections, LGBTQ+ employees may still face workplace hostility, misgendering, exclusion from opportunities, or retaliation for disclosing their identities.

Federal Employee Legal Services Center helps LGBTQ+ federal employees pursue claims involving harassment, unequal treatment, or denial of benefits. We can review personnel actions for discriminatory motives, address misconduct by supervisors or coworkers, and pursue complaints with an agency's EEO office or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Harassment in the Federal Workplace

Harassment can create a hostile work environment that undermines an employee's ability to perform their duties and advance their career. Whether harassment is based on sex, race, religion, disability, or other protected categories, it may include offensive comments, threats, isolation, or repeated misconduct by coworkers or supervisors. Sexual harassment can be especially damaging, and it may include unwanted sexual advances or coercion by a manager or supervisor who requests sexual favors.

Our attorney works with clients to document and challenge workplace harassment, ensuring that agencies respond appropriately and that employees are not subjected to further harm. We can file complaints, provide representation during mediation, and pursue full administrative or legal remedies that will address the emotional, professional, and financial impact of harassment.

Retaliation and Wrongful Termination

Federal law prohibits retaliation against employees who assert their EEO rights, file complaints, participate in investigations, or oppose discriminatory practices. Retaliation can take many forms, including reassignment, poor performance reviews, denial of promotions, disciplinary action, or wrongful termination.

Our lawyer provides legal support to employees who have been targeted for exercising their rights. By identifying retaliatory motives, gathering evidence, and advocating for the proper remedies, our attorney can help clients seek reinstatement, recover back pay, and prevent further harm to their careers.

Representation Through Every Stage of the EEO Complaint Process

An EEO complaint must be handled correctly to ensure that a federal employee who has experienced discrimination or retaliation will be able to address these issues effectively. Federal Employee Legal Services Center assists federal employees through each stage of a complaint, including:

• Preparing for informal counseling with an EEO counselor
• Drafting and filing formal complaints
• Responding to agency investigations and providing documentation
• Requesting EEOC hearings or final agency decisions
• Filing appeals with the EEOC or initiating federal lawsuits

Our attorney will provide legal representation to help an employee achieve their goals in an EEO complaint. We can take steps to negotiate settlements, secure reinstatements, or make sure long-term policy changes are put in place.

Contact Our Washington, D.C. Federal Employee EEOC Lawyer

When federal employees experience discrimination or retaliation, the lawyer at Federal Employee Legal Services Center can help them protect their rights and address workplace injustices. Contact our Washington, D.C. equal employment opportunity attorney at 202-204-2226 to schedule a free consultation and get started with your case.