Denise M Clark

Denise M Clark

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Washington, DC
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Employee Benefits

1100 Connecticut Ave. NW, Ste. 920, Washington, DC

About Denise

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 60%

primary focus on disability discrimination; retaliation claims under Title VII and other employment statutes; claims under FMLA and wage and hour claims; represent employees in the federal sector

26 years | 45 cases

60%
Employee Benefits 40%

representing individuals with benefit claims under pension and health plans; represent individuals seeking disability benefits under both insured and self insured plans; represent individuals with benefit claims in the federal sector.

31 years | 30 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 18 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Delinquent

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 36 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1989

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 38 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1987

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 38 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1987

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Clark Law Group, PLLC

1100 Connecticut Ave. NW, Ste. 920, Washington, DC, 20036

Clark Law Group, PLLC

150 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 1925, Chicago, IL, 60606

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Denise M Clark's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andrew | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Meticulous Expert

Denise Clark was referred to my one of the top attorneys in country (Debra Katz), whom I had previously retained to represent me in a related matter with my then-employer. Denise Clark is extremely sharp and a strategically deft attorney who represented me in a very complex health insurance (COBRA) ...case against a large institution with significantly more resources than I had. She was indispensable and negotiated a favorable settlement with the defendant who otherwise would have had to face her in court at, in my opinion, their own expense. I recommend her very highly with no reservations whatsoever.

Posted by Jermaine | June 30, 2015

Great service

From the first time I talked with Denise Clark she always treated me as if I was her only client she was never too busy to answer any questions that I may have had and would always explain herself so that I would not be left with any confusing thoughts. If I ever got into another situation again she... would most definitely be the first lawyer that I would call.

Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2015

Dedicated

The law team of Denise M. Clark was very hard-working, knowledgeable, and dedicated to obtaining a favorable outcome on my behalf. Ms. Clark herself spent time meeting with me when necessary to explain things better whenever I had questions about my case or didn't understand the proceedings. Th...e attorney who worked directly with me was very patient, courteous, and understanding of my situation. He would email, call, and make time to meet to obtain all the information that was required for my case. He even did this past business hours at the times that were more convenient for me. My overall experience with this law group was great and I would recommend them to anyone who is seeking legal assistance in the area they specialize in.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2015 | Wrongful Termination

The Right Lawyer for the Right Reason

While pondering if I had a Wrongful Termination case with a previous employer, I was searching for legal counsel that I felt would be able to assist in that determination and provide me with the right legal representation. I came across the Clark Law Group, after calling several other law firms (the ...others were either too costly or too busy or did not have the credentials and experience I needed). I was immediately impressed with her portfolio and web page, as well as those she employed, and decided to seek out the firm. From the beginning, starting with the initial intake session(s) to the final disposition of the case, the individuals I encountered were very professional, knowledgeable, reassuring, trustworthy and extremely supportive. While I was anxious to have closure, it required time, research and complete due diligence on the part of all parties. I learned a tremendous amount, from the law firm, regarding the legal process and what is required to deliver a good and credible legal case. While I am not able to discuss, write about, or make reference to the case, I can say, the outcome would have been very different had I not sort legal counsel and the professional services of the Clark Law Firm.

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Denise M Clark's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nabeel Kibria

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ms. Clark is an outstanding attorney and an expert in her field. She is also great at sharing her knowledge and wisdom with others. I highly recommend her."

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Dennis Chong

Employee benefits lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Clark is a excellent advocate with a superior grasp ERISA, a very complicated and possibly confusing law. She knows it all from its substantive provisions to its administrative/procedural requirements."

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Jason Zuckerman

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Denise Clark is a go-to lawyer for ERISA and employment discrimination matters. And in several cases that Denise litigated, she has established important precedent on worker's rights. Denise is also a leader in the Bar and active in law reform efforts."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Decade of Service Award, Employment Justice Center

Work Experience

2002 - 2007

General Counsel, Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees Int'l Welfare and Pension Funds

1993 - 2002

Partner, Feder, Semo, Clark & Bard, PC

1990 - 1993

Associate, Vladeck, Waldman, Elias & Engelhard, PC

Associations

2016 - Present

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Co-chair of Employee Benefits Committee

2015 - Present

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Board Member

2015 - Present

College of Labor and Employment Lawyers

Fellow

2012 - Present

American College of Employee Benefit Counsel

Fellow

2009 - Present

District of Columbia Bar, CLE Committee

Committee Member

2008 - Present

American Bar Association

Council Member, Labor and Employment Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Sparrow v. R.B. Properties

Decision of Agency Reversed

Jafari v.Old Dominion Transit Management Company

Decision of District Court Reversed

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Education

1990

Georgetown University Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws

1986

North Carolina Central University

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Marquette University

Bachelors of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

ERISA Litigation National Institute Health and Welfare Claims and Litigation Under the ACA

Publications

2014

ERISA Litigation Disability Benefits

1990

BNA Employee Benefits Law

Activity

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