Derek Smith Law Group fights workplace discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, offering expert legal support and free consultations.
We are a team of over 27 lawyers including former sex-crimes prosecutors and graduates of Harvard, Columbia, and Stanford University. We have obtained over $165 Million for our clients and we have secured a settlement in excess of $15 million on behalf of a client. We also are not afraid to take cases to trial and have obtained many multi-million dollars jury verdicts. We have also obtained the Largest Upheld Emotional Distress Verdict Ever In An Employment Law Case In The Entire United States.
A lawyer once told Derek Smith many years ago not to get so emotionally involved in his cases. Well, we think the complete opposite is true! It makes us furious when we hear stories of employers discriminating against or sexually harassing our clients! If an employer treats you differently because of your race, religion, age, gender, or disability, we say, “How dare they??” If your boss sexually harasses you or compels you to have a sexual relationship of any kind, we are outraged! We like to become one with our clients. We represent them, and they represent us.
We are a team. That is our philosophy. We are personally offended when injustice is done to our clients. So, to that lawyer, who said that many years ago to me, we say that you are so, very, very wrong! It is that emotional attachment to our cases that helps us to better represent our clients and get them the most that we can on their case. That is how we have obtained many, multi-million dollar jury verdicts and many multi-million dollar settlements for our clients. The results speak for themselves. We are passionate about what we do.
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When an employer allows sexual harassment, discrimination, and unfair treatment in your workplace, simply going to work every day can be a nightmare. You may be anxious, afraid, and confused about where to turn for help. That’s where we come in. At the Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC, our employment lawyers aggressively go after employers who have tolerated or created illegal work practices at their company. We pursue justice by getting you the compensation — and peace of mind — you deserve.
Enduring sexual harassment or discrimination at work is devastating, both personally and professionally. At the Derek Smith Law Group, our employment attorneys take a personal interest in each and every one of our clients. Your problems are our problems — We work together to find the best possible resolutions.
When you lose your job, the last thing you should have to worry about is how you are going to pay for your lawyer. That is why, over 25 years ago, Derek Smith pioneered the concept of a pure contingency fee arrangement in the employment discrimination and sexual harassment arena. The contingency fee arrangement helps both the client and the law firm. We want to get the most money we can for you, and we want you to get your money as quickly as possible. We are both aligned in our interests. There is no desire to bill clients to simply make more money. It is both of our desire to have you get the most money possible as quickly as possible.
We want you to win, and we want you to get the most money possible as quickly as possible – Just like you do. Furthermore, you should note that we did not go to Law School simply to push papers and make phone calls! If you wish, and if warranted, we love to take cases to trial. We are trial lawyers and are not afraid to take a case all the way! We will always advise you throughout the course of representation.
We will be with you all along. Additionally, you should know that most of the time, cases are settled privately and confidentially before a lawsuit is even started. If you do not wish to ever start a lawsuit, we understand that, and we can make every effort to settle your case without a lawsuit. Moreover, if we do have to go to court, oftentimes, we can bring your lawsuit as a “Jane Doe” (or “John Doe”) so you can proceed anonymously in sexual harassment cases. If the settlement is not possible before starting a lawsuit, you also have the right to just tell us you wish to drop the case.
So, whether you were discriminated against, sexually harassed, or retaliated against for complaining about discrimination or sexual harassment or discrimination, we are here to help you!
Our conversations are private, free and totally confidential. If you would like to see if you have a case, please call us at the Derek Smith Law Group. Founding partner, Derek T. Smith, is top rated by SuperLawyers magazine. The firm has obtained many multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts, including securing a settlement in excess of $15 million on behalf of a client and jury verdicts for over $4 million, another for $2.5 million, another for $2.2 million and yet another for $1.6 million. We have even obtained a $2 million arbitration award. Our employment lawyers have the experience and skill to help you win even the most challenging employment law case. As a client of Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC, one of our highly trained and experienced attorneys will personally manage your case.
Discover how our expertise has helped clients overcome their legal challenges and achieve successful outcomes.
View All TestimonialsDuring the time that I really needed a good counselor and I was approaching different attorneys unfortunately before they heard the problem they were demanding a retainer fee. A friend of mine introduced me to the Derek Smith Law Group and I was very fortunate to be answered by Matt Finkleberg who was very polite and understanding and gave me a lot of confidence without asking for any fees in f... Read Full Testimonial
Matt Finkleberg is by far the best attorney I’ve ever hired!
Matt Finkelberg is an outstanding attorney. It was a pleasure to have him represent me for my employment case. He was very easy to talk to. He was very supportive and knowledgeable throughout the whole process. He explained the entire process to me and kept me informed every step of the way. Matt fought diligently throughout my case to make sure my case was represented best. I am very gratef... Read Full Testimonial
Matt Finkelberg is a top notch lawyer. He is very easy to talk to and truly cared about me as his client. He definitely earned my trust and confidence in his capabilities to represent me in the most professional respects. I give Matt and his firm the Derek Smith Law Group my highest recommendation to anyone who is seeking legal help for employee/employer related matters.
Matt Finkelberg is a life saver. During this whole process not only did I have a great lawyer but I also made a great friend. Matt was very attentive to my case, and mental health. Matt helped me during probably the darkest time of my life and for that I am forever grateful to have came across the Derek Smith law group. As a past client, I 100% recommend Matt Finkleberg. Matt provides a safe sp... Read Full Testimonial
It was a pleasure to have Casey represent and help me for my employment case. It was my first time needing an attorney, so I was a bit apprehensive at first – Casey took the time to answer all of my questions and fully explain everything to me, which really put me at ease. He was very attentive, supportive, and knowledgeable throughout the whole process – Casey would ask questions to ensure... Read Full Testimonial
matt is an excellent attorney. he handled my case with the utmost care and highly exceeded all expectations. i could not recommend derek smith and esp. matt finkelberg enough
It was a pleasure to have Casey represent and help me for my employment case. It was my first time needing an attorney, so I was a bit apprehensive at first – Casey took the time to answer all of my questions and fully explain everything to me, which really put me at ease. He was very attentive, supportive, and knowledgeable throughout the whole process – Casey would ask questions to ensure... Read Full Testimonial
You will be in great hands at this firm! Alyssa the managing paralegal is an absolute professional who excels at what she does. You can tell she truly cares about providing the best service possible, and is passionate about helping her clients. With Alyssa at the helm, this firm is a top-notch choice for anyone seeking assistance. Highly recommend!
Matt Finkelberg is Amazing and Devotional! It was a pleasure to have Matt represent me for my employment case. He was very attentive, supportive, and knowledgable throughout the whole process. Whenever I reached out he responded promptly which I greatly appreciated. Matt fought diligently and hard throughout my case to make sure my case was represented best. Thank you again Matt for everything.... Read Full Testimonial
Olivia is absolutely outstanding! She understands the emotional side of your case while being able to find the legal aspects of holding the employer accountable for breaking the law! Made a really terrible situation a little easier by explaining everything and helping me get everything in order and in the right hands. I would not use anyone else! Call them for any sexual harassment case... You ... Read Full Testimonial
Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC is a full-service New York City, New Jersey, Philadelphia and Miami employment law firm focused on cases involving sexual harassment, employment discrimination, family and medical leave act, wrongful termination or retaliatory termination, Americans with disabilities act, whistleblower law, as well as overtime cases.
It is your right to pursue employment in a safe and unthreatening environment. You have rights which we can fully explain and detail. Don’t go at it alone when pursuing employers or bosses that certainly have attorneys representing them. Let your employment and sexual harassment attorneys at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC fight for you.
If you need an employment or sexual harassment attorney in New York City, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Miami please contact the top NYC sexual Harassment Attorney Derek T. Smith, Esq. at the law firm of Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC by calling our toll-free number 800-807-2209 today. You owe it to yourself to have your wrongs rectified. Whether you are in need of a discrimination attorney in New York, New Jersey, Florida, or Pennsylvania, assistance with a sexual harassment case, or need help with other employment issues, the dedicated and personable New York City, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Miami, and Los Angeles discrimination attorneys at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC are here for you.
Our main New York City office is centrally located in midtown Manhattan at One Pennsylvania Plaza above Penn Station with additional offices in Philadelphia, New Jersey, Miami, and Los Angeles to assist with sexual harassment and discrimination issues.
Our experienced legal team provides reliable services in key U.S. cities, ensuring expert assistance for workplace discrimination and employment law matters wherever you are located.
