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Biography
The Diederich Law Office (Mike Diederich, Esq.) represents New York residents in cases involving employment law and civil rights. Call for a free telephone consultation. Our offices are located 45 minutes north of New York City.
I advocate for individuals in NYS and MA who have been wronged by their employer, or by government
We represent people who have been wronged by their government, or government officials (e.g. police)
I represent individual in negotiating severance agreements, and in opposing unlawful termination.
We have represented individuals and citizens' groups on environmental matters.
We have experience in opposing unlawful land use restrictions or abusive municipal conduct.
If you have been injured by negligence or malpractice, give us a call.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
82%
Civil Rights
10%
Land Use and Zoning
6%
Environmental and Natural Resources
1%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 44 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 44 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Michael D. Diederich Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by Lloyd | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very knowledgeable and dedicated.
Hired Mike to take care of a legal issue I had. He did so very promptly. He was a pleasure to deal with, good listener, and passionate about his craft. Great community advocate.
Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very competent.
Mike is very competent, knowledgeable and has a superb sense of timing. His intervention was instrumental in Goliath refusing to do battle with David - (me) Thank You
Michael Diederich
Replied last October 3, 2015I always represent people who are less powerful than the wrongdoer. It's what I like to do when the law is broken.
Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2015 | Hired Attorney
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Mr Diedrich is very knowledgeable about what he does. He is very thorough in his efforts for his findings.He is the best I could have gotten. He is highly recommended.
Michael Diederich
Replied last October 3, 2015Thanks. I am happy that I was able to help.
Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Tremendously Helpful and Proffesional
I hired Mr. Diederich to help deal with an appeal process for a denied medical waiver to get into military service. Given Mr. Diederich's previous experience in military law, he knew the best way to approach the appeal process. Through Mr. Diederich's expertise and professionalism, we were able to g...
Michael Diederich
Replied last October 3, 2015Novel situation. I was happy to put my military legal experience as an Army JAG, and experience with government, to good use.
Posted by SSC | July 15, 2015
Very diligent and knowledgeable
Due to the settlement agreement, I must remain anonymous. I hired Michael Diederich for a labor issue. Mike Diederich is a compassionate, honest, and knowledgeable attorney who will fight as hard for you as he did for me. Do not hesitate!
Michael Diederich
Replied last October 3, 2015I often can negotiate a favorable severance agreement, and thus avoid time and expense of litigation. Settlement terms most ordinarily be kept in strictest confidentiality.
Michael D. Diederich Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Diederich is a lawyer for the people. He wins fair and often large settlements for everyday people in employment law matters. He is honest, hard working and trust worthy. He truly cares about his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very focused and involved in his clients cases and shows enormous interest and compassion."
"I have known Michael for many years and I endorse him as a very knowledgeable attorney in his areas of expertise. He is extremely hard working and dedicated to serving his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
New York State Private Property Rights Defender Award, Property Rights Foundation of America Inc.
2012
Bronze Star Medal, President of the United States
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Owner, Diederich Law Office
1989 - 1992
Assistant Attorney, Westchester County Attorney Office
Associations
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2000 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
New York Academy of SciencesMember
1992 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Sherman v. Town of Chester, 752 F.3d 554 (2d Cir 2014)
Mr. Diederich won the appeal, setting a national precedent.
People v. Caruso
Mr. Diederich won an acquittal. The civil action against the man and the employer remains pending.
Blake v. Village of Nyack
Mr. Diederich won her case with a substantial jury verdict at trial. Court also directed her reinstatement.
United Haulers Ass'n v. Oneida-Herkimer, 127 S. Ct. 1786 (2007)
Mr. Diederich's arguments for local citizens' governance prevailed (representing two amici).
Calder v. Planned Community Living, Inc., 1995 WL 456400 , 1995 U.S.Dist. LEXIS 10773, at *14-*15 (S.D.N.Y. Aug. 2, 1995 )
Mr. Diederich won the motion on behalf of the employee, establishing employment law precedent.
Education
1999
US Army Command & General Staff College
1992
Pace University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1984
US Army JAG School
1980
Lewis & Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
University of Vermont
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Conference on Property Rights
Civil Rights
2006
New York State Bar Association--annual meeting
Constitutional Law--Commerce Clause --Solid Waste Management
2006
NELA-NY Spring Conference
Re-employment rights of servicemembers
Publications
1995
New York Environmental Law Series (Lawyers Cooperative, 1995).
Treatise Chapter: Municipal Solid Waste Management
1995
THE NEW YORK ENVIRONMENTAL LAW REPORT (April 1995).
Practitioner's Perspective: In Light of Carbone: Who Owns Municipal Solid Waste?"
1994
ABA Section of Natural Resources, Energy and Environmental Law, Nov./Dec. 1994.
For the Government Counsel--Keep Democratic Rule over Trash"
1994
N.Y.S. Bar Association's Environmental Law Section Journal, May 1994.
Article: "Garbage and the Constitution: Democracy Collides with the Commerce Clause"
1993
11 PACE ENVT'L L. REV. 157 (Fall 1993).
Law Review: “Does Garbage Have Standing?--Democracy, Flow Control and Solid Waste Management"
1992
136 Military Law Review 141 (Spring 1992)
Law Review: Law of War and Ecology A Proposal for a Workable Approach to Protecting the Environment Through the Law of War
1992
Westchester Co Bar Assn's FOOTNOTES
County Acquires Prescriptive Easement Over Runway Airspace
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Can I sue an employer in another state?
17 Mar 2023
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Can you help me in a discrimination lawsuit against my employer in NYC?
20 Mar 2023
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WFH in Massachusetts, laid off while meeting expectations. Had THR surgery date pending in April. 600 hours of sick time
21 Mar 2023