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also known as Penn Ueoka Dodson
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In I recover unpaid and underpaid wages and compensation for employeees who should been paid correctly in the first place in NY, CO & GA. I also review and negotiate employment contracts and tricky workplace situations in general. At , I work with Coloradans experiencing family and relationship disputes and transitions, with a mission of empowering my clients to make the best decisions for themselves and their families and then working with them to see that through.
I actually care about getting my clients what they deserve, I'm persistent and tenacious, and I know what I'm doing.
In regard to my wage practice, I represent individuals (and classes of individuals) in cases including unpaid and underpaid wages (overtime, minimum wage, commission nonpayment, improper tip payment practices... basically anything related to workers not getting paid what they should have). I do this on a contingency basis the vast majority of the time, so that clients don't have to pay my fees out of their pockets.
I also review employment contracts (non-competes, severance agreements, etc.) for a flat fee to give my clients predictability, and try to offer advice beyond just a technical legal analysis based on over a decade of experience watching how things tend to play out in various employment situations.
I also decided to engage in family law work because I believe that there is a better way to handle these difficult transitions than I've seen.
I'm a member of the New York, Colorado and Georgia Bars, and actively handle cases in all three jurisdictions.
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Practice Areas
33%-45%
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
State: New York
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
14143 Denver West Parkway Suite 100-50, Suite 100-50, Golden, CO, 80401
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Posted by Mark | February 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I want to thank Penn for all she did for me. Penn's professionalism is unmatched, not only in her industry, but in all industries. Penn's communication was outstanding as she walked me through every step of my case. When I walked into the courtroom with her I felt invincible knowing I had her on my s...
Posted by anonymous | January 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Penn Anderson Dodson was very helpful, not only because she succeeded in getting the results I had hoped for, but because she was an excellent communicator, respectful, and extremely thoughtful in putting together the pieces of the puzzle that I could never have done own my own. I give this lawyer an...
Posted by Jonathan | August 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney
AndersonDodson does great work! I hired them to help me get some wages my former employer wasn’t paying me after I had tried unsuccessfully to deal with the situation myself. I’m glad I did. Not only did I get the money I was owed, but I even got a little extra on top of that. Also, along the way ...
Posted by Sam | August 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I hired Ms. Dodson for a dispute with a former employer. She and her associates were clear and straightforward with me throughout the discussions and eventual settlement. They got me the money I was owed with a minimal investment of time and effort. I will recommend Penn Dodson's firm to my friend...
Posted by THERESA //DANNY | April 13, 2015
SHE IS VERY PASSIONATE ABOUT HER JOB. SHE CARES FOR HER CLIENTS. VERY EASY TO TALK TO AND HAVE A VERY DEEP UNDERSTANDING OF THE LAW PERTAINING TO LABOR ISSUES.
"I endorse this lawyer. She's a strong advocate. She enjoys wage and hour litigation and has helped people in need in New York City with wage claims. Her spouse is also an accomplished lawyer. People who truly care about and are committed to their work. We both have experience in other states which I think gives us a different perspective. Yes New York City has plenty of diversity but until a lawyer has lived as well as practiced outside New York it's tough to appreciate how fortunate we all are to be living and practicing law metro New York City. I have no reservations about recommending Penn."
"I fully endorse this lawyer. Penn has been my "go to" for advice in connection with employment litigation. Penn has proven be be incredibly knowledgeable and clearly has developed results-driven strategies for providing her clients with excellent representation. In addition, Penn is a kind, warm person. I highly recommend Penn."
"Ms. Dodson's advice is careful and well considered. She is the sort of attorney I would hire if I had an employment law issue."
"I've had the pleasure of co-counseling a matter with Ms. Dodson. She is a skilled attorney who is aggressive in handling a case and also is able to understand a matter's strengths, weaknesses, and value. I would gladly work with her again."
"Ms. Dodson is very professional and knowledgeable. She genuinely cares about her clients and the practice of law. It is my pleasure to endorse her."
"Penn is an outstanding employment lawyer. I have worked with Penn in the past, and I highly recommend her to anyone who believes he or she has been the victim of a hostile work environment and/or discrimination in employment."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Penn for several years and have had the pleasure of talking to her about employment cases. She is a regular contributor to an employment law list serv where her knowledge and good judgment are evident. She is hard working and tenacious. Her clients are fortunate to have her as their lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. On every case I have observed Penn's work, she has exhibited unmatched diligence, attention to detail and skill. I knew Penn's work before she came to work at this firm."
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2014
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2009
Athena Award Nominee, Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
2012 - Present
Partner, AndersonDodson, P.C.
2010 - 2012
Attorney, Goldberg & Dohan, LLP
2007 - 2010
Of Counsel, Timmons, Warnes & Anderson, LLP
2003 - 2006
Founding Partner, Dodson & Dodson, LLC
2010 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (New York chapter)
2004 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association
Secretary
2007 - 2007
National Employment Lawyers Association (Georgia chapter)President
Reversed & Remanded
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Turning the Employee Minefield Into A Park
2014
Know Your Rights: Overtime & Wages
2007
Gender Issues in Law
2005
Conflict of Laws in Employment Law
2013
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2009
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