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Biography
Hi! I am A.J. and I am the principal attorney at Dhali P.C.. I graduated from New York Law School and I began my employment law career defending employers at Laughlin Falbo et al LLP. I then decided to shift gears and worked as an Executive Director, for an international non-governmental organization (NGO) fighting big corporations who were polluting inner city neighborhoods.
Armed with this experience, I returned to the practice of law as in-house counsel for the labor federation Change to Win, defending employees and hourly workers like the Teamsters and SEIU from employers who were cracking down on employee and union rights. I even went on a strike on behalf of my union brothers and sisters! Inspired by the struggle of working families and workers, I started my own law firm soon after, in 2008, and engaged exclusively in employment and labor law. I have since successfully sued Fortune 500 companies, regional employers, and government agencies for violating federal and state employment laws, resulting in favorable settlements to my clients. I am presently a board member of the “Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association” (MWELA) a plaintiff’s side trial employment law association. I am also a member of the “National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA)” and a Board of Director of the “Crittenton Services of Greater Washington,” a local non-profit that empowers teenage girls to achieve, educational, cultural and social excellence.
I am a huge fan of Liverpool Football Club. And I will get up at 3 am to watch a match! And usually with my son in tow! My wife Stacie (who is also an attorney) complaints about my cheering as it wakes her up! But our front three always scores! They are so bloody good!
As a Sikh, I also attend Sunday services. It keeps me grounded and re-emphasizes to me the principles of justice and equality, and helping those in need.
I love to read, and I am currently reading “The Metaphysical Club” by Louis Menard and “Shibumi” by Trevanian.
Maybe In My Next Life!I also always wanted to be a rock star and a Formula 1 race car driver, preferably at the same time! Unfortunately, both those wishes seemed to have gone up in flames! C’est la vie!
If you have been discriminated, harassed, terminated or owed wages, call for a free consultation!
We help employees who have been discriminated, retaliated, terminated and are also owed back wages
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
75%
23 years
Civil Rights
25%
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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- Check
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Awards
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
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Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Christopher | May 23, 2025
Great Experience
I very much appreciate the help I received from my Dhali. Very smart, present and reliable. Based on my experience, I strongly recommend others seeking legal council to contact him.
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2024
Anonymous
A.J. Dhali answered all the questions around my case in 9 minutes for free. Even though we had just met, chatting with A.J. was like talking to an old friend who has your best interest in mind. He is professional, giving, and invested from the jump. I cannot recommend his legal services enough. I fee...
Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Descrimanated
was discriminated against by a Hotel after working there for more than 20 years. They replaced me with a younger employee. The hotels attorneys filed one nonsensical motion after another with the court and repeatedly lied about the facts and circumstances. One of the judges even fell for the employe...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Relentless!!!!
My NDA won't let me say what I really want to say but...I would recommend "AJ" to anyone with a difficult case. He was open and realistic from day one. He spent countless hours working my case and dealing with typical employer motions and their responses to my motions. My case was settled to my com...
Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney
AJ Wins Cases Others Can't!
I had a complicated case that many other top-notch lawyers from big law firms wouldn't touch wearing a hazmat suit! However, in AJ came to the rescue. He worked tirelessly to get the case resolved quickly and to my satisfaction. The best part is he actually responds to his texts and emails promptly!...
Arinderjit Dhali's Lawyer Endorsements
"I fully endorse Mr. Dhali as an attorney, particularly in the field of labor and employment."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"A.J. is a passionate advocate for employees in discrimination matters. I highly recommend his firm's services. We serve as Membership Chairs for the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyer's Association."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Passionate civil rights advocate. Ethical and hard working, he will fight for you to the end to achieve a favorable result."
Jeremy Monteiro
Employment and labor lawyer
Edgar Ndjatou
Employment and labor lawyer
Chris Gowen
Family lawyer
Kent Rackett
Tax lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Employee Discrimination Law Firm of the Year in Washington D.C, 2014 Corporate Intl Magazine Global Award
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Principal, DHALI PLLC
2007 - 2009
Associate General Counsel, Change to Win
2004 - 2006
Executive Director, ACCE
2002 - 2004
Associate, Laughlin, Falbo, Levy & Moresi LLP
1999 - 2002
Associate, Arthur Anderson LLP
Associations
2013 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA)Attorney Member
2010 - Present
Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association (NELA Affiliate)Board Member
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Kandasamy v. Phase One.
Case resulted in confidential settlement in favor of client
Rene v. BAE
Settled via confidential agreement
Education
2001
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Californai State University Fresno
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association
Title 7 Retaliation Moderator
2016
Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association
How to Operate a Law Firm
2005
June 12, 2005
Wake Up Walmart
2005
California Political Convention
Immigration Rights and Labor Law Enforcement
Publications
2012
Employment Law Blog
Employee Wins Against Employer for Failing to Provide FMLA Notice
Languages
English
Punjabi
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it considered unlawful termination if I couldn't go out of town due to health problems and was fired because of it?
20 Mar 2025
Q&A
I work for a restaurantand the GM gose in and takes an hour for my allready worked day and than tells me i have to b clocked out
20 Mar 2025
Q&A
My sister works with me and my boss is trying to pressure me to disclose information about her health that could risk her job.
20 Mar 2025