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Derek T. Smith

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Free Consultation (30 minutes)

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Contact Information
  • Derek T. Smith Law Group, P.C.
    30 Broad Street, 35th Floor
    New York City, NYC, NY 10004
    Office: 877-469-5297
    Fax: 212-587-4169
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  • 555 Eleventh Street Nw
    Washington, DC 20004
    Office: 202-637-3385
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Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French

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Derek T. Smith, NYC Employment Law - Akin & Smith, LLC New York City employment lawyer, Derek T. Smith, of the Akin & Smith, represents clients in cases of workplace discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination.

Born: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania College: University of Michigan , Ann Arbor, Michigan, B.A., 1991 Law School: Dickinson School of Law , J.D., 1994;... more

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“A man of knowledge”

Posted by: Dawn, 6 months ago.

Client Review: I recently spoke to Mr. Smith concerning my case against a former employer. He eased my fears and was able to help me with my case so that I could... more
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Lawren Jay Nelson

I have no hesitation in giving Derek Smith a stong endorsement. I have known Derek for over 25 years and have referred numerous employment matters... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Lawren Nelson , Philadelphia (PA), 6 months ago
Esra Gules-Guctas

I have known Derek Smith for over seven years. During that time, I have been his law clerk, and associate. I know him as a fearless advocate who... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Esra Gules-Guctas , Albany (NY), Over 1 year ago

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License

17 years since Derek T. Smith was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Dist. of Columbia Active 2007 01/04/2012
New Jersey Active 1996 07/15/2009
New York Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday 1995 05/21/2011
Pennsylvania Active 1996 05/09/2012
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Partner at Akin & Smith, LLC 2009–present

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1994
University of Michigan BA - Bachelor of Arts 1991

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Moot Court Competition Robert F. Wagner National Labor and Employment Law Moot Court Competition
Intramural Moot Court Competition Judge in the Charles W. Froessel Intramural Moot Court Competition.

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member National Employment Lawyers Association
Member New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Portfolio

Speaking Engagements
Presentation Name Conference Date
Labor and Employment Law Robert F. Wagner National Labor and Employment Law Moot Court Competition

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