Federal Employment Attorney

Federal Employment Attorney Representing Federal Employees Nationwide

I provide legal representation for Federal employees across all agencies, combining a decade of employment law expertise with 17 years of internal agency experience.

Based in Chicago, IL  —  Representing Federal Employees Nationwide

MSPB Appeals & Merit Systems Protection Board
Navigating the Merit Systems Protection Board appeal process and managing formal agency grievances.
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EEO Complaints & Federal Discrimination Claims
Counseling and representation for discrimination, harassment, and hostile work environment claims, including the EEO complaint process.
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Adverse Action Defense & Removal Appeals
Representation for proposals and decisions involving removal, suspension, and other adverse personnel actions.
Whistleblower Retaliation & OSC Complaints
Protecting employees from retaliation after reporting waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement.
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PIP Defense & Performance Improvement Plans
Defense against Performance Improvement Plans, poor performance ratings, and removal for performance.
Federal Ethics, OPM & Compliance Defense
Advising on conflict-of-interest issues, ethics obligations, and agency-specific regulatory compliance.
Time-Sensitive
PIP Defense
A Performance Improvement Plan is the legally required first step toward removal — not a developmental opportunity. With agency timelines now compressing to 30 days, the window to build a defense is closing fast. Most Federal employees wait until the proposed removal arrives. By then, the administrative record is already built against them.
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How I can help
"I've been placed on a PIP."
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I help you respond effectively to performance plans to protect your career and employment record. Learn what to do →
"I'm facing a proposal for removal."
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I provide a rigorous defense against adverse actions to prevent the loss of your livelihood. Learn about MSPB appeals →
"I'm being retaliated against."
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I represent whistleblowers and employees facing harassment or discrimination. Learn about whistleblower protection →
"I don't know how to fight this."
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From EEOC complaints to MSPB appeals, I handle the procedural labyrinth so you can focus on your life.
Institutional defense
I specialize in dismantling the narratives agencies use to justify adverse actions and poor performance ratings.
Administrative navigation
From the initial grievance to the MSPB and EEOC, I manage the entire administrative lifecycle of your dispute.
Protective advocacy
I provide a shield for employees facing retaliation, harassment, or systemic agency bias.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Federal employee PIP and what should I do?

A Performance Improvement Plan is the legally required first step an agency must take before removing you for performance. It is not a developmental opportunity — it is the beginning of a removal process. You should respond in writing, document everything, and consult an attorney before signing anything. Learn more about PIP defense →

How do I appeal an adverse action at the MSPB?

You have 30 calendar days from the effective date of the action to file an appeal with the Merit Systems Protection Board. The deadline is jurisdictional — missing it is almost always fatal to your case. An attorney can file on your behalf and identify procedural defects in the agency's action. Learn more about MSPB appeals →

Can I sue my Federal agency for discrimination?

Yes, but you must first exhaust the administrative EEO process. That begins with contacting your agency's EEO Counselor within 45 days of the discriminatory act. Missing this deadline forfeits your right to file a formal complaint. Learn more about EEO complaints →

What are my whistleblower rights as a Federal employee?

Federal employees who report waste, fraud, abuse, or violations of law are protected under the Whistleblower Protection Act. If you have experienced retaliation after a protected disclosure — a PIP, demotion, reassignment, or hostile treatment — you may have claims before the Office of Special Counsel and the MSPB.

How much does a Federal employment attorney cost?

Every case is different. Many Federal employment attorneys offer a free or reduced-cost initial consultation. If you prevail in an MSPB appeal or EEO complaint, the agency may be required to reimburse your attorney's fees under the Equal Access to Justice Act.

You don't have to navigate the bureaucracy alone. Schedule a consultation