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Posted by anonymous | April 04, 2019

Government scientist who needed a federal employment attorney

I contacted John Mahoney, Esq., a partner in the law firm of Tully Rinckey, for legal advice involving a federal employment problem. My consultation with Mr. Mahoney occurred long after I had been interviewed regarding allegations made against me, a significant number of which were false. I should ha...ve contacted Mr. Mahoney as soon as the allegations emerged, but I trusted in my Agency to conduct a fair, objective, and thorough investigation. Instead, responsible management officials were using the opportunity to reduce my stature, duties, and responsibilities, as well as to degrade my work environment. Mr. Mahoney explained how he could assist me and immediately started to protect me with his in-depth knowledge of federal employment law. Over time, as my Agency retaliated against me for standing up for my rights and exercising my legal defense, Mr. Mahoney navigated me through a labyrinth of legal venues involving my Collective Bargaining Agreement rights, the Office of Special Counsel, the Merit Systems Protection Board, and the Office of Inspector General for my Agency. Without Mr. Mahoney’s guardianship, I believe my Agency would have successfully “steamrolled” me into a significantly diminished position within my Agency and in my professional community of scientists, all the while engaging in violations of law (some repeatedly), harmful errors, and procedural misconduct against me. Throughout the increasingly complex evolution of my case, Mr. Mahoney always respected my contributions to my legal defense, which is very gratifying from one professional to another, as well as my wife’s concerns. As the harm against me, and by extension my wife, increased, Mr. Mahoney repeatedly made sure the path forward contained “reality” checks to ensure we were investing our resources in the most effective way possible. The law is complex and many aspects of a case that might appear “unfair” or “unscrupulous” are in fact violations of law. As a career federal employee who concentrated on my work objectives, I had only a rudimentary understanding of what my rights were and the limited personal wealth from my wife’s and my personal finances. My only chance of being treated fairly by a large powerful Agency—funded by taxpayer money—was to find a guardian like John Mahoney who has an extensive understanding of the law and is a unflinching guardian of his clients. Incredibly, I talked to such a person on December 23 and retained him on the 26th, which shows the extent to which John Mahoney is a passionate advocate for his clients.

John Mahoney

Replied last April 04, 2019

Thank you so much for your kind words! It is a true pleasure to represent you. We take pride in going to battle for our clients.

Posted by R | April 04, 2019

Excellence in Service, Experience, Dedication - Mr. John Patrick Mahoney

Mr. Mahoney cared about my case and cares about serving justice. He worked tirelessly in what was a truly mentally and physically exhausting week of hearing AND the 2.5 YEARS of endless paperwork submissions, depositions, deadlines, etc., etc., etc., that were required to move my case forward through... the system prior to finally arriving at the hearng stage. His work is exceptional, and he made it as painless as possible. I am eternally grateful to have found him. I would recommend him highly. It is a very difficult life event when you all of a sudden find yourself needing to find an attorney in a short time in a stressfull situation. I have been there. You can rest easy knowing that you have found an attorney that you can trust with Mr. John Mahoney. He has help from heaven.

John Mahoney

Replied last April 04, 2019

Thank you so much for leaving a review - we love to hear feedback like this! We work really hard to provide for a good experience and it is encouraging to see that reflected in your experience. Thanks, again!

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Competent Attorney

Mr. Mahoney and his team were very instrumental in resolving my agency’s proposed removal action . Once I engaged his services, the team actively worked on my case and kept me abreast of all developments. His knowledge of federal employment law and employee rights led to the successful outcome of m...y case . I highly recommend John Mahoney .

John Mahoney

Replied last February 27, 2018

Thank you for your kind review. It was our pleasure to represent you. Good luck in the future.

Posted by Erica | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Stay Away. History of Misconduct

Took tens of thousands of dollars from me and ghosted me. Missed the deadline to submit discovery documents, resulting in an order to compel and possible sanctions. Stay away from this firm, I am not the first person they have done this to. Check the DC Bar attorney discipline page, you will see thei...r history. You are better off paying your drunk uncle to represent you.

John Mahoney

Replied last March 18, 2025

We're sorry you feel you didn't have a good experience with our top-rated, award-winning worldwide federal employment law firm, which was recently: Recognized in Top 50 Lawyers in America for 2025; Best Law Firms in the United States for 2025; Best Lawyers in America for 2026; Selected as Lawyers of Distinction for 2024 in Labor Law; Rated as a “Preeminent AV Rated Law Firm™” by Martindale-AVVO™ for 2024; Registered by Martindale-AVVO™ in the 2024 Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers™; Selected as Legal Leaders “2024 Top Rated Labor & Employment Attorney ™”; Selected as a Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum in 2022; Selected as Top 100 Attorneys for 2022 by Top 100 Magazine; and has been 10.0 AVVO Rated. We always strive to provide all our clients legally and cost-effective legal advice, counseling, and representation, to help them enforce their workplace rights and protect their careers as federal government employees, so they can get back to work providing efficient government service to the American people. However, we do not control the law and the facts of our clients’ cases or the federal government’s willingness to settle any of their cases. Although we are ethically prevented from responding to your allegations on the merits, we have reviewed the specifics of your limited scope, unbundled representation and are confident that it was proper under the circumstances and merits of your case. If you still face federal employment law issues and would like our help to try to get your case(s) fairly resolved, feel free to contact us at 202-350-3881 or visit our website at www.AttorneyMahoney.com and we will be honored to fight to secure justice for you. Either way, good luck with your federal career.

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2019

Do Not Recommend

I hired John in the past to represent me, which was a terrible mistake. On many occasions he was just down right rude, arrogant, abusive and lied. He was very responsive and answered and/or return calls, but I found his information redundant, this being in his best interest as it's how he makes his m...oney. I found on some occasions, while talking with him, he acted as if he was up to date on my case, but was not. There were all several times occasions that it was better for me to obtain information regarding my case myself verses wasting my time and money calling and/or arguing with him. Furthermore, when paying any attorney, especially one that charges this much, I don’t think it’s too much for them not to be hateful liars, but I found this one to be just that. Before hiring this person I would highly recommend an in person consult, if I would have met him in person I would have never hired him as my representative!

John Mahoney

Replied last May 29, 2017

I am sorry to read this review, as I always strive to please my clients. In fact, I have effectively represented over a thousand clients in my 23 years as a practicing attorney. This matter has been finally concluded since this review was submitted.

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