Do I have to pay upfront for an employment lawyer?

For many employment litigation cases, we offer contingency fee arrangements where you pay attorney fees only if we recover compensation for you. No upfront attorney fees required.

How much does an employment discrimination lawyer cost?

We may offer contingency fee arrangements for employment cases, meaning we only get paid if you win. This makes legal representation accessible regardless of your financial situation.

Employment Litigation

Strategic Workplace Justice

Workplace discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination violate your fundamental rights. Sumner Law LLP provides aggressive advocacy for employees facing workplace violations, with the experience to take on large corporations and government entities.

Experienced Employment Law Representation

Employment disputes can threaten your livelihood and career. Whether you're facing discrimination, harassment, or wrongful termination, our attorneys have the experience to protect your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve under federal and state employment laws.

Workplace Discrimination

Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics. We handle cases involving:

Title VII Claims - Race, color, religion, sex, and national origin discrimination
Age Discrimination (ADEA) - Protecting workers 40 and older
Disability Discrimination (ADA) - Reasonable accommodations and discrimination claims
Pregnancy Discrimination - Protections for pregnant employees
LGBTQ+ Discrimination - Sexual orientation and gender identity claims
New Jersey LAD Claims - State law protections that often exceed federal law

Harassment & Hostile Work Environment

No employee should endure a hostile or abusive workplace. We represent employees facing:

Sexual Harassment - Quid pro quo and hostile environment claims
Racial Harassment - Race-based hostility and slurs
Bullying & Intimidation - Severe or pervasive mistreatment
Retaliation - Punishment for reporting harassment or discrimination

Wrongful Termination

If you've been fired illegally, we can help you seek justice:

Discriminatory Termination - Firing based on protected characteristics
Retaliatory Discharge - Termination for whistleblowing or complaints
Breach of Contract - Violation of employment agreements
Public Policy Violations - Firing that violates public policy

Wage & Hour Disputes

Employers must comply with wage and hour laws. We handle claims involving:

Unpaid Overtime (FLSA) - Failure to pay time-and-a-half
Minimum Wage Violations - Pay below legal minimums
Misclassification - Improper classification as exempt or independent contractor
Unpaid Commissions - Withheld or disputed commission payments
Meal and Rest Breaks - Denial of required break time

Our Approach

Employment cases require both aggressive advocacy and strategic thinking. We thoroughly investigate each case, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and build the strongest possible case for our clients. Whether pursuing negotiated settlements or taking cases to trial, we fight to protect your rights and maximize your recovery.