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Lina Stillman
About Lina
Biography
Lina Stillman is an attorney who cares — about her clients and her community. Her professional and personal philosophy includes giving back in ways that make a meaningful difference to the local and global communities to which she dedicates her practice. Lina is a firm believer in Gandhi’s idea of “being the change you want to see in the world.
Lina’s drive, integrity, and creativity are consistently demonstrated by her tireless efforts on behalf of the civic and charitable organizations where she devotes her time. Lina has served in key leadership roles for various charities and charitable organizations, including as:
She’s a long-time Board member of (), the National Association of Women Business owners and the Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of New York.
In addition, she is the recipient of the Pro Bono Award from the New York City Bar ()
Through these roles, Lina builds bridges for the creation of relationships and brings practical solutions to challenging obstacles facing her clients and her community.
Skills
Lina has honed her skills over the years, enabling her to develop best practices for complicated employment-related issues. She is well versed in all aspects of Federal and State litigation as well as appearing before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Division of Human Rights. She is a shrewd negotiator who gets her clients the justice they deserve. Her clients view her as a legal partner who empowers them to find their voice.
Current Work Outside The Firm
Lina sits on the Board of Directors the National Association of Women Business Owners, and , where she counsels a non-profit in Brooklyn in all aspects of Employment Law. She is an active member of the National Employment Lawyers Association and the LGBT Bar association of New York. You’ll also find her championing various causes, such as equal pay and immigrant rights.
Our Core Values
No Settlement, No Fee
We don’t get paid unless you get paid. If we are not able to recover, you don’t owe us anything.
Every Story Is Different
No two cases are the same because no two stories are the same. There are many factors involved in a lawsuit and we develop a strategy suited to your needs.
We Are Client Focused
We listen to our clients carefully and give them the power and ability to make decisions and choose the ultimate course of their case.
We Are Results Driven
We are always mindful of the end results and we “keep our eye on the ball”. We believe that your best interest is always our best interest.
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Licensed in New York for 13 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 13 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Fight for Your Rights Stillman Legal PC
42 Broadway Floor 12, New York, NY, 10004
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Practice Areas
Employment & Labor (32)
Lawsuits & Disputes (13)
Immigration (5)
Real Estate (5)
Wrongful Termination (5)
Residential (3)
Business (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Class Action (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Discrimination (1)
Environmental and Natural Resources (1)
Medical Malpractice (1)
Sexual Harassment (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (30)
Advocacy (28)
Recommendation (23)
Practice Area Knowledge (18)
Professionalism (18)
Responsiveness (16)
Communication Style (13)
General Knowledge (12)
Character & Conduct (9)
Trustworthiness (9)
Compassion (5)
Cost of Services (4)
Staff & Support (3)
Free Consultations (1)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Emilio | August 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Excelente Abogada
Lina nos ayudó en un caso colectivo de abuso laboral. Nuestro caso fue presentado a otros abogados y no fue aceptado. Lina revisó nuestro caso lo acepto y lucho fuertemente hasta ganar. Recomendamos su excelente trabajo!!!
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Lina Stillman did her job but triple
Lina and her team took over a case that had been lingering with no end in site. Jessica from her office explained all my options and worked backwards until they found a cost effective solution. I thought this employment issue would cost me a lof of money to solve but Lina did it at a fraction of the...
Posted by Rafa Arellano | March 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Smart Attorney
Lina helped me with a discrimination case against my ex-employer and then with an immigration case. So glad my friend Roxanna recommended her so highly. She was on top of everything, always answered emails and calls. She pointed a few things out to me that I had not been able to see before about my ...
Posted by Gregorio Beras | February 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Top notch Employment Lawyer
I was fired from a restaurant where I had worked for decades. I did not want to sue my employer, so I did not. Lina, however, managed to get me a pretty significant settlement agreement because she found that there had been many violations that I had no idea about. She was always very kind to me, re...
Posted by Alfredo Molina | December 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
On Top of everything!!
Since the time we met Lina it was a good feeling about the support and job she was about to make with us during our first house purchase. And SHE DID IT! She was on top of every step, she pushed in a very good way to get things done and make the closing soon and smooth! Recommended 100%.
Lina Stillman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lina is a knowledgeable, driven, passionate attorney who gives her all for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Lina is extremely knowledgeable attorney. She works hard for her clients and gets great results."
"I endorse this lawyer. I was lucky enough to spend a significant amount of time with Lina studying the practice of law. Lina is both caring and tenacious."
"Lina is a kind and compassionate advocate that will stop at nothing to obtain the justice her client's deserve. I know her to be honest, intelligent, and incredibly dedicated to her clients."
"Some lawyers do what we do because it’s our job. Others are advocates who do what they do because they were called to the work. Lina’s passion for her clients clearly shows the vocational way she’s been called to be a champion for her clients. For the person looking for the attorney with incomparable attention to detail and whose heart beats for her clients, Lina is the obvious choice"
"I endorse Lina Stillman because she embodies the qualities I most admire about effective, compassionate, and diligent attorneys. I have seen Lina manage difficult emotional matters and she does so with empathy, caring, and understanding. She is also fearless and a champion for her clients and these are wonderful attributes and qualities in Lina. I trust this attorney and I encourage you to contact her. Lina is a lawyer's lawyer and to be recognized for this is no small achievement."
"“Trustworthy and reliable” are the words that come to mind when I think about Lina Stillman. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Ms. Stillman for several years and we have worked together on more than one occasion. Above all, I was impressed with Ms. Stillman’s professionalism and commitment to her clients. And, of course, her very strong and energetic personality that impresses people very much. I feel confident in recommending clients to Lina Stillman (she does employment, deportation and Asylum)."
"I worked closely with Lina in an intense trial program workshopping cases for several weeks. She’s a triple threat: 100% fluency in both English and Spanish; a passionate advocate for her clients and their causes; and possesses a command of the law. When I’m asked for a referral to an employment lawyer in the New York area, she’s my go to choice. I wouldn’t hesitate to send my own friends and family to her. If you need an employment lawyer, call Lina first."
"Lina is a very passionate and dedicated lawyer. She works very hard for her clients!"
"Lina has a spectacular ability to cut to the core of a legal issue to get justice for her clients. I am more than willing to refer my clients to Lina for any employment and labor law issues."
"Lina is an absolute warrior for her Clients - a compassionate advocate who never stops fighting."
"Lina is a fierce advocate for her clients and amazing ability to relate to people."
"Lina is a passionate and tireless advocate who truly cares about her clients."
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Experience
Associations
2018 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (New York chapter)Member
2013 - 2019
New York City Bar Association, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Rights CommitteeMember
Education
2001
New School University
M.A,
1997
Syracuse University
B.A,