Megan Sarah Goddard

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Megan Sarah Goddard

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Discrimination Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Discrimination, Wrongful Termination, Sexual Harassment, Employment & Labor

39 Broadway, Suite 1540, New York, NY

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About Megan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Discrimination 30%

30%
Sexual Harassment 30%

30%
Wrongful Termination 30%

30%
Employment and Labor 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021 2020
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+ 3

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 22 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2004

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Goddard Law PLLC

39 Broadway, Suite 1540, New York, NY, 10006

Goddardlawnyc.com

Megan Sarah Goddard's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sarah | February 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Megan the shark!

Megan and her team are absolutely amazing at their jobs! They got me to a settlement more than I thought I would have gotten with anyone else representing me. They know what is needed to win a fight, and they will keep going until their client gets the reward they deserve. My former employer didn'...t want to settle at all, and Megan and the Goddard team worked tirelessly behind the scenes to get them to agree to a mediation. I worked with Heydy, Liz and Katerina, and they were very on top of making sure I got them all of my evidence, paperwork, and any other necessary paperwork. Megan and Katerina can talk circles around anyone, and they will get the result their client is aiming for. Even with all of the covid-related delays over 2 years, they made sure to keep pushing the process along. I highly recommend Goddard Law for any of your employment law needs!

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Strong, impactful representation

Megan Goddard's practice may be small but it is mighty. I came to Megan with a gender discrimination claim and she represented me with unwavering tenacity. She treated me like an equal over the two years we worked together - and for me that was a huge compliment because Megan is very, very sharp. She...'s strategically brilliant and thinks multiple steps ahead of the opposition. She also held my hand through some of the more difficult parts of the process with dedication and grace. She has a commanding presence and the confidence needed to go head to head with giant law firms. Standing up for myself felt really intimidating at first, but having Megan represent me gave me courage. And the results, in my case, were life-changing. I'll never be able to truly convey what she did for me, but I am beyond grateful. I cannot recommend Goddard Law highly enough.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Brilliant, fierce, and fearless advocate who delivers results

Megan Goddard represented me in a employment discrimination lawsuit that lasted four years. Throughout a long and difficult process, she was unrelentingly engaged and supportive…and helped me keep my perspective and (at times) my sanity. Megan dug into my case with an uncanny ability to understand a...nd synthesize complex details; provided me with candid, unvarnished advice; did a brilliant job drafting legal documents that explained my side of the case persuasively; and was always meticulously prepared. Her expertise, combined with her passion, made it a rare delight to watch her joust with — and best — the attorneys on the other side. I secured a substantial settlement thanks to Megan and I will always be grateful to her and her excellent team. I wholeheartedly recommend her!

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Couldn't have asked for a better lawyer.

Megan was my attorney over the past few years. She gave me all the time I needed to make decisions throughout my case and helped talk through every possible outcome to make sure I felt comfortable during every step of the case. Having Megan on my team reduced a ton of stress. I hope I don't need anot...her discrimination lawyer, but if I do, I'll be immediately contacting Megan.

Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

The Advocate You Need in Your Corner

I am grateful I decided to work with Megan Goddard and the Goddard Law team. Taking legal action against an employer is a frightening proposition with complicated emotional consequences. It meant the world of difference knowing I had knowledgeable representation who would effectively advocate for m...e to ensure the best possible outcome. There is always risk involved in taking on clients and I sincerely appreciate Megan’s belief in my case, willingness to represent me, and commitment to engaging in impactful work.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Leading Lawyers in the USA, Chambers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Champion Award, ACLD - Adults and Children with Learning Disabilites, Inc.

2018

Distinguished Leaders 2018, New York Law Journal

2018

Top 50 Jury Verdict in New York, Topverdict.com

2018

Top 100 Verdict in New York State, Topverdict.com

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Principle Attorney, Goddard Law PLLC

2014 - 2016

Partner, Nesenoff and Miltenberg

2006 - 2013

Associate, Nesenoff and Miltenberg

Associations

2016 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association (New York chapter)

Board Member

2010 - Present

New York County Lawyers' Association

Member

2006 - Present

New York City Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

New York County Bar Association

Member

2020 - 2020

SuperLawyers

New York Metro Super Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

Mayo-Coleman v. American Sugar Refinery

$13.4 Million Trial Verdict

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Education

2003

Tulane University Law School

Doctor of Law (JD)

Speaking Engagements

2019

Working in NYS and NYC in the Wake of #MeToo Working in NYS and NYC in the Wake of #MeToo

2019

WBASNY Pre-Board Meeting Dinner & CLE for WBASNY Board, Delegates & Committee Members and Chapter Representatives The Impact of New Sexual Harassment Laws in the Workplace

2018

Small Law Firm Luncheon on the Business Opportunities Business Opportunities for Small Law Firms

2016

NELA-NY Employment Law Fall Confernce 2016

Drafting Effective Employment Discrimination Complaints

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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