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Steven Mitchell Sack is the principal of The Law Offices of Steven Mitchell Sack, where he concentrates his practice in labor and employment law. The author of 19 books, he has been enforcing workplace rights of employees, executives, and sales representatives for over 41 years.
Mr. Sack's comments on the rights of fired workers have been reported in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, BusinessWeek, and Fortune. He has made numerous appearances on radio and television including Oprah, CNN, and Fox News, and hosted a national syndicated radio talk show called "Steven Sack, The Employee's Lawyer" for five years on the i.e. america radio network.
His latest book The Employee Rights Handbook: Effective Legal Strategies to Protect Your Job From Interview to Pink Slip, was published by Legal Strategies Inc. in 2011. In Samiento v. World Yacht, Inc. 10 N.Y.3d 70 (2008), he and Scott A. Lucas, Esq. obtained a favorable New York Court of Appeals decision for waiters who were denied tips, making it harder for restaurants and caterers to keep gratuities intended for their wait staffs.
A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of SUNY at Stony Brook and Boston College Law School, Mr. Sack maintains law practices in Garden City, Long Island and Merrick, New York. He is a frequent lecturer and author on labor and employment topics for organizations including The Nassau Lawyers' Association, American Management Association, and numerous trade associations throughout the United States.
Mr. Sack is a member of the American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Division, New York County Lawyer's Association, and New York State Bar Association, and is admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court.
If you have experienced any of the below, call Steven Sack today for an initial consultation.
- Recently fired or terminated
- Negotiating a severance package
- Fired illegally, unfairly, or the victim of wrongful discharge
- Unemployed, interviewing, or applying for a job
- An hourly worker owed overtime pay, minimum wage, or tips
- Sexually harassed on the job
- Falsely accused of sexual harassment
- A pregnant worker not being treated fairly
- A female employee not receiving equal pay
- Needing advice on FMLA rights and related disability leave-of-absence issues
- Unfairly denied a promotion, raise or year-end bonus
- Writing a rebuttal letter to an unfair performance review or PIP warning letter
- A victim of defamation or an unfair job reference
- Denied a job due to a restrictive covenant
- Reviewing or drafting an independent contractor or sales agreement
- Reviewing, drafting or negotiating a shareholder, executive compensation, or buy-sell agreement
- Requiring assistance in union arbitration or disciplinary charges
- Requiring representation with the EEOC or New York City Human Rights Commission
- Filing a whistleblower claim
- Requiring representation in arbitration or mediation proceedings
- Litigating breach-of-contract rights
- Obtaining employer-paid COBRA and retirement benefits
New York's Premier Employment Lawyer. Committed to Enforcing the Workplace Rights of Employees.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Wrongful Termination
50%
Discrimination
20%
Employee Benefits
15%
Employment and Labor
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
2023 2019
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 45 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Steven Mitchell Sack
595 Stewart Ave, Suite 510, Garden City, NY, 11530
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Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Couldn’t have asked for better counsel!
I had the pleasure of working with Steven Sack, and I cannot express my gratitude enough for the exceptional job he did. His efficiency is unparalleled; Steven worked tirelessly and promptly to address my employment issue, demonstrating a remarkable speed in handling legal matters. What truly sets hi...
Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Successfully changed the terms of my severance agreement to everything I wanted (and more!) in under two hours!
Mr. Sack is nothing short of amazing and I can’t recommend him enough! After being fired a few days ago, I scheduled a same-day appointment with Mr. Sack to discuss my options. I met with him at 3 pm, and by 4:30, he successfully changed the terms of my severance agreement to include everything ...
Posted by Laura | March 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
High Praise for Attorney Steven Mitchell Sack!
After 25 years I was let go from my job at a large and well-known company. Steven came highly recommended to me by a former colleague. Every step of the process from the initial consultation, to the negotiation of my severance package was made painless by Steven. He was kind, empathetic, and hone...
Posted by Ange | February 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Bad Enough I Got Terminated...
...But then I had to slog through all the legalese of a separation agreement...I was SO fortunate to have found Steven; he's straightforward, diligent, & in your corner! He takes the stress of the situation off you, and it's a huge relief...I am recommending him to my friends and acquaintances who ne...
Posted by ashley | January 18, 2023 | Employment & Labor
The most professional and attentive lawyer I have ever worked with!
Steven Sack has helped with a very pressing employment issue I have been dealing with at my job. I wrote him a message on AVVO explaining the situation I was in and what advice I needed and he called me within the hour. It was well after work hours yet he still spoke with me and consulted me and off...
Steven Mitchell Sack's Lawyer Endorsements
"Steven is a top-notch labor and employment attorney. He is also a sincere and genuine person. I strongly endorse this attorney."
William Teitler
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Trailblazer in Employment Law, National Law Journal
2017
Leadership in Law, Long Island Business News
2016
Leadership in Law, Long Island Business News
2015
Leadership in Law, Long Island Business News
2012
Leadership in Law, Long Island Business News
Work Experience
1984 - 1985
Adjunct Professor, Stony Brook University
1984 - 1996
Commercial Arbitrator, American Arbitration Association
Associations
1982 - Present
United States Tax CourtAdmitted to Practice
1981 - Present
Southern and Eastern District of Federal CourtsAdmitted to Practice
1980 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
Member
New York County Lawyers' Association
Member
Nassau Lawyers Association
Member
Education
1979
Boston College Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Speaking Engagements
2013
Nassau Lawyers Association
Representing Terminated Executives in Severance Negotiations CLE
2012
Representing Terminated Executives & Employees in Negotiations CLE
Representing Terminated Executives & Employees in Negotiations CLE
2004
The Employee's Lawyer Radio Show
The Employee's Lawyer Radio Show
Publications
2015
New York Post
Mother of All Victories
2010
Legal Strategies Publications
The Employee Rights Handbook: Effective Legal Strategies to Protect Your Job From Interview to Pink Slip
2005
The Sales Rep Advisor
Sales Rep Strategies for Dealing with Principals Successfully (Third Edition)
2000
Warner Books
The Employee Rights Handbook: The Essential Guide for People on the Job
2000
Book-of-the-Month Club
The Lifetime Family Legal Guide Twenty First Century Edition
1999
Warner Books
Getting Fired: What to Do if You're Fired, Downsized, Laid off, Restructured, Discharged, Terminated, or Forced to Resign
1998
Prentice Hall publication
The Lifetime Family Legal Guide
1998
Prentice Hall publication
The Working Woman's Legal Survival Guide: Know Your Workplace Rights Before It's Too Late
1996
Book-of-the-month Club
The Lifetime Legal Guide
1995
Legal Strategies
From Hiring to Firing: The Legal Survival Guide For Employers in the 90's
1995
Legal Strategies
Legal Documents for Employers: Sample Contracts, Forms & Checklists for Hiring, Firing, & Managing Workers
1994
Legal Strategies
Legal Documents for HR Professionals: A Compendium of Sample Contracts, Forms & Checklists for Employment, Separation and Day-to-Day Operations
1993
Legal Strategies
The Hiring & Firing Book: A Complete Legal Guide For Employers
1993
Consumer Books
Don't Get Taken! How to Avoid Common Consumer Rip-Offs
1991
The Sales Rep Advisor
Sales Rep Strategies for Dealing with Principals Successfully: Negotiations, Contracts, Working Relationships & Terminations
1991
Facts on File
The Employee Rights Handbook: Answers to Legal Questions from Interview to Pink Slip
1988
McGraw Hill
The Complete Legal Guide to Marriage, Divorce, Custody and Living Together
1985
McGraw Hill
Don't Get Taken! A Preventive Legal Guide to Protect Your Home, Money, Family and Job
1981
Prentice Hall publication
The Salesperson's Legal Guide
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers