Civil Rights Litigation
Constitutional Violations Demand Justice
When government officials, police, or other public servants violate your constitutional rights, you need an attorney with federal court experience who isn't afraid to take on powerful institutions. Sumner Law LLP provides fearless advocacy in civil rights cases.
Protecting Your Constitutional Rights
Your civil rights are fundamental to who you are as a person and as a citizen. At Sumner Law LLP, we are committed to holding accountable those who violate the constitutional rights of individuals throughout New Jersey and the New York metropolitan area.
Federal Civil Rights Claims (Section 1983)
We represent individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated by government actors, including:
- Police Misconduct - Excessive force, false arrest, unlawful searches
- Wrongful Imprisonment - False imprisonment and malicious prosecution
- First Amendment Violations - Free speech, religion, and assembly rights
- Due Process Violations - Procedural and substantive due process claims
- Equal Protection Claims - Discrimination by government entities
Employment Discrimination
We fight against workplace discrimination based on:
- Race, color, and national origin
- Sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation
- Religion and religious practices
- Age and disability
- Pregnancy and family status
Housing Discrimination
Fair housing is a fundamental right. We handle cases involving discriminatory practices in housing sales, rentals, lending, and insurance.
Our Approach
Civil rights cases require both legal knowledge and a deep commitment to justice. We combine aggressive litigation strategies with compassionate client service, understanding that these cases often involve traumatic experiences. Our attorneys have successfully litigated civil rights matters in state and federal courts, including appeals to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.
Drew W. Sumner
CIVIL RIGHTS LITIGATION COUNSEL
Extensive experience in federal civil rights litigation with a proven track record in Section 1983 claims, constitutional violations, and police misconduct cases.