Nick recently represented me in a MSPB case and I can’t speak highly enough of him. He listened to me and addressed all of my concerns throughout the process and made me feel like I had the best representation possible. The judge hasn’t ruled on the case yet, but no matter the outcome I know I couldn’t have found a better attorney to represent me.
Since joining Tully Rinckey PLLC, I have expanded my skills representing employees and employers in federal, state and private employment law matters, including claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, whistleblower actions, prohibited personnel actions, disability retirement applications, disciplinary matters, and wage and hour litigation. I continue to help develop the firm’s labor law practice, representing unions, and all of their institutional needs, including unfair labor practice charges, collective bargaining negotiations, grievances and arbitrations. My work has included representation in New York State Courts, Federal District Courts, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Federal Labor Relations Authority, the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, Federal Service Impasses Panel, and the National Labor Relations Board.
I also represent clients in the firm’s New York civil and commercial litigation and transactional practice, handling construction law issues, health law, property disputes, contracts, shareholder agreements, mechanic’s liens, landlord-tenant issues and many other matters. I have experience in a variety of dispute resolution mechanisms including mediation, arbitration and court proceedings.
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Excellent attorney for federal employees
Nick recently represented me in a MSPB case and I can’t speak highly enough of him. He listened to me and addressed all of my concerns throughout the process and made me feel like I had the best representation possible. The judge hasn’t ruled on the case yet, but no matter the outcome I know I couldn’t have found a better attorney to represent me.
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Posted by anonymous | April 3, 2019
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Excellent results
Nick helped me out with a separation from my former employer. Got very favorable terms. Would definitely work with him again.
Posted by Hallie | March 22, 2019
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Client
Nick represented a small group of us in a wage dispute with a former employer. Nick and his staff were extremely professional and corteous, always returning phone calls and emails promptly. We were involved, informed and included in every aspect of the case and potential settlement, always being treated with respect and integrity. And I can say for myself, was very pleased with the settlement amount...thanks Nick and staff!
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Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2019
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Nicholas Devyatkin
Nick helped me regarding a wage a dispute with my former employer. I was very satisfied with Nick, and would utilize his services in the future.
Posted by Alex | January 16, 2019
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Highly effective, results-oriented attorney
Nicholas helped me negotiate my separation from my employer. The process was positive, easy, and effective. I would recommend Nicholas as a top-notch employee advocate.
Posted by Michael | August 4, 2018
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Mr. Michael Nielsen
Nicholas did an outstanding job representing me against my employer the Department of Defense. He was very knowledgeable in government personnel/labor law and quickly drilled down on the facts surrounding my situation. He was always reachable and responsive. He treated me with respect and most importantly we were able to negotiate a settlement that included me keeping my job in the DoD. Thank you Nick and thank you Tully and Rinckey.
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Posted by Scott | June 29, 2018
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Excellent MSPB lawyer
Nick Devyatkin did an excellent job representing me in my case with the FAA/MSPB. He is very knowledgeable in federal requirements, orders and procedures(including federal bureaucracy). He was very focused on getting my case setted in a very short time frame (3 months) and we settled for more than I was looking or asking for. If you need representation in a federal employment case I would highly recommend you hire Mr. Devyatkin. Thanks Nick!
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Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2018
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Nicholas Devyatkin/Federal Disability Retirement
Mr. Nicholas Devyatkin is the type of lawyer every client wants. He is a very thorough and competent professional who always had my best interests in mind. Mr. Devyatkin was very proactive in explaining my rights, collecting documents, contacting other agencies, and in providing quick and reliable feedback and answering all questions concerning the Federal Disability Retirement Process. What I especially liked about Mr. Devyatkin was his ability to remain calm when I felt like I was in a crisis situation. I would highly recommend Mr. Devyatkin for legal representation.
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Posted by Heather M | December 11, 2018
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Client
I was pleased with the services at Tully Rinckey PLLC and specifically Nicholas Devyatkin who represented an EEO and Wrongful Termination case against my organization. I would hire the firm again for employment related issues. If I had not retained the firm I would have been terminated just because they could. I am a NAF Federal Employee and have significantly less protection than the APF employees and Mr. Devyatkin represented my concerns effectively and efficiently. Additionally, this was a very emotional time for myself and my family, Mr. Devyatkin's guidance and council kept me on an even keel - Thank You!
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Employment and labor Attorney | Jun 18
Relationship: Co-worker
"Nick is very knowledgeable and gifted in this field and I have benefited from working with him in my own practice. I wholly endorse this lawyer and highly recommend him for labor and employment matters."
Employment and labor Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Nick is an excellent advocate for his clients. His work ethic is admirable and the service he provides his clients is stellar. I fully endorse this lawyer."
Employment and labor Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Co-worker
"Nick is a well-versed and dedicated advocate. He is admired by his peers and rightfully trusted by his clients. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
Employment and labor Attorney | Jan 16
Relationship: Co-worker
"I have worked with Nik on employment law and national security matters. He is an exceptional attorney and skilled litigator. He genuinely cares about each and every client. I strongly endorse this attorney!"
Employment and labor Attorney | Nov 14
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"Nick is a very fine lawyer with skills and judgment that one would expect in an attorney with considerably more experience. I endorse Nick without reservation"
Employment and labor Attorney | May 08
Relationship: Co-worker
"Nicholas is an excellent attorney with vast knowledge of employment matters. He cares for his clients, and tries to get the best result in every case. I wholeheartedly recommend him for labor and employment issues."
Employment and labor Attorney | Jan 13
Relationship: Co-worker
"Nick is a knowledgeable and hard working labor and employment attorney. Nick is proactive and aggressive in his representation of each client. Without hesitation, I endorse this lawyer."