Labor & Employment: Mainly Plaintiffs
USA Guide 2024 : Maryland
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About
Provided by Smithey Law Group
Smithey Law Group is one of Maryland’s leading firms for employment litigation, handling cases both within the state and nationally. Led by founder Joyce Smithey, the firm’s attorneys represent executives and other employees of a variety of employers, including Fortune 500 companies, health systems, national banks and government agencies. The firm handles a range of cases, including those involving discrimination, wrongful termination, retaliation, whistleblowing, sexual harassment, and other issues. The firm has four partners, three associates, and one of counsel working from its office in Annapolis, MD, along with extensive staff support. The firm plans to expand in 2024.
The Managing Partner will be stepping up as Chair of the Labor and Employment Section Council in June 2024 and previously served on the Board of Governors of the Maryland State Bar Association.
Smithey Law Group’s practice areas include:
- Class actions
- Contract and severance negotiations
- Discrimination
- Equal Pay Act
- FMLA and medical leave
- Misclassification
- Retaliation and reprisal
- Sexual harassment and abuse
- Wage and hour issues
- Whistleblowing
For more information, please visit the firm website at www.smitheylawgroup.com.
Chambers Review
Smithey Law Group is a respected employment boutique with significant experience in plaintiff representation. It handles a broad spectrum of contentious and noncontentious matters, including wrongful termination, wage and hour, discrimination and sexual harassment cases. The team possesses further expertise on issues related to whistle-blowing and the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Work Highlights
- Smithey Law Group represented the former head of global foreign sales contracts for a large government contractor of weaponry and equipment. The client alleged breach of contract and violations of the Maryland Wage Payment and Collection Law for failure to pay commissions earned prior to the client's resignation.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I always felt like I was in excellent hands with them. The lawyers had excellent communication skills and the ability to advocate on my behalf."
"Their attorneys were very responsive and interested to see that the matter moved forward and toward a successful resolution for their client."
"They produce excellent work while maintaining a high level of professionalism. They have an unmatched depth of knowledge spread across their lawyers."
"I always felt like I was in excellent hands with them. The lawyers had excellent communication skills and the ability to advocate on my behalf."
"Their attorneys were very responsive and interested to see that the matter moved forward and toward a successful resolution for their client."
"They produce excellent work while maintaining a high level of professionalism. They have an unmatched depth of knowledge spread across their lawyers."
Notable Practitioners
Annapolis-based Joyce Smithey advises clients on a broad range of employment issues, including wrongful termination, retaliation and wage and hour violations.
"Joyce is respected as a zealous advocate for her clients while also being respectful. She is diligent in staying abreast of legal developments."
"I regard Joyce as one of the preeminent plaintiff-side employment lawyers in the state."
"Joyce is an excellent attorney who is extremely knowledgeable and responsive."
Reuben Wolfson has a well-established practice in the space. He routinely assists both employees and employers on issues related to discrimination and sexual harassment claims. He has further experience of advising clients on breach of contract matters.
"Reuben's communication skills throughout the entire process were outstanding."
"Reuben is a very strong lawyer. He's a good advocate but also keeps his client's goals in mind when dealing with opposing counsel."
"He is extremely knowledgeable about employment law and is able to translate it into layman's terms when necessary."
Ranked Lawyers at
Smithey Law Group
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