Eric L Siegel

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Eric L Siegel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Washington, DC
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Litigation, Civil Rights ... +2 more

1750 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., #27007, Washington, DC

Virtual Consultation Available

About Eric

Biography

Safeguarding Rights and Dignity through Passionate Advocacy.

Safeguarding Rights and Dignity through Passionate Advocacy.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 60%

Mr. Siegel has devoted much of his legal career handling matters involving employment, discrimination, retaliation, disability rights, whistleblower claims, contracts, wage and hour claims and related tort actions.

37 years

60%
Litigation 20%

Mr. Siegel is an experienced litigator and trial attorney who has tried many jury and bench trials throughout the United States, in federal and state courts, in arbitrations and before administrative agencies.

37 years

20%
Civil Rights 10%

Mr. Siegel's civil rights practice has primarily involved First Amendment Free Speech claims, Fifth Amendment Takings claims, Equal Protection claims and 14th Amendment due process claims.

33 years

10%
Commercial Real Estate 5%

Mr. Siegel's commercial litigation practice includes handling business, real estate and construction-related contracts, landlord-tenant matters, torts and unfair trade practices.

37 years

5%
Construction and Development 5%

Mr. Siegel's construction and development litigation practice involves primarily resolving business-related disputes among partners or between the developer and contractor.

23 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 425-805 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2019

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 29 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 35 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1991

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 35 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Eric Siegel Law

1750 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., #27007, Washington, DC, 20038

ericsiegellaw.com

Online Presence

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Eric L Siegel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 18 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Alfred | April 26, 2020 | Discrimination

Prompt response, knowledgeable, compassionate and to the point!

Mr. Siegel consulted me with a situation that occurred at the workplace. He heard my complaint and was able to give sound advice to assist with rectifying the situation and what to look for in the future, which he would continue to assist me if there was an additional need. Me. Siegel seems to be ver...y knowledgeable in his field and I highly recommend him to anyone needing assistance with religious discrimination in the workplace.

Eric Siegel

Replied last April 26, 2020

Alfred: Thank you very much for your kind words. I am glad I was able to assist you with understanding your rights and avenues for resolution. All the best and stay safe. Sincerely, Eric

Posted by Oya | July 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights

Outstanding lawyer

Let me start by saying that I highly recommend Eric Siegel as an attorney. My husband retained Eric for his ADA case against a large educational institution in early 2019; we chose Eric due to his longstanding experience in private sector and at the DoJ with ADA related cases. He was highly ethical,... very professional, most capable, and tireless. He represented my husband zealously to the full definition of the word. As my husband's health deteriorated due to his disability, Eric took all the weight off his shoulders and gave him peace of mind. We were very lucky having had him as my husband's lawyer. Eric negotiated a favorable deal for us and made sure that all our demands were properly addressed. During the negotiations he followed up every little detail and pushed as hard as he can for getting the best deal for my husband. After my husband's passing he continued watching over the execution of the settlement and made sure everything was done according to the settlement terms. Outstanding lawyer and a decent human being.

Posted by Siobhan | July 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Excellent Employment Attorney!

When my contract was improperly terminated, I received several referrals for attorneys who specialized in Employment Litigation Matters. I chose Eric Siegel, Esquire with Kalbian Hagerty, LLP. Not only was his past experience impeccable but his demeanor and obvious knowledge about the subject matte...r was clear and impressive. From the first phone call, Eric was responsive and explained his thoughts, both positive and negative, about my case. Whenever there was a question or issue, Eric would email or call and let me know how he thought we should proceed; however, he always took the time to listen and walk me through each step in the decision. There was never a long period of time between an inquiry and his response. In the end, he was able to settle my case, without having to go to Court, for almost two times what I originally stated as my settlement number. I can, and do, recommend him to anyone without hesitation. He receives six stars on a five star rating!

Posted by Nancy | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | State, Local And Municipal Law

Best Attorney

Mr. Siegel handled a claim against a state government for me. He was the most professional, dedicated, and knowledgeable attorney throughout the entire process. He always was prepared and contacted me multiple times throughout to ensure I was aware of everything that was happening. I would never h...ire a different attorney. Mr. Siegel made all the difference in the world. He is the best!

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Great Help for an Government Whistleblower Matter

Eric provided excellent backup for me in an alternative dispute resolution case with my government employer. I took early action within my agency and Eric backed me up as we negotiated a settlement agreement. It really helped to be assertive in the negotiations. As I was not represented by a un...ion in this matter, Eric provided great business and legal input and the case was satisfactorily resolved.

Eric Siegel

Replied last February 13, 2019

Thank you very much for your kind remarks. It was a pleasure serving you and providing the legal advice and guidance you needed to navigate this unpleasant chapter to reach a mutually acceptable resolution. All the best. Eric Siegel

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Eric L Siegel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Weisbaum

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Eric Siegel for more than 20 years and have worked with him on a variety of legal matters over that time. I enthusiastically endorse Eric. Eric is an accomplished trial attorney with a sharp intellect and exceptional analytical skills, honed over many years working as a trial attorney at the Justice Department and in private practice. Eric’s greatest traits as an attorney are his creativity, enthusiasm for problem solving, and his genuine desire to help his clients. Eric has a great ability to look at any dispute or situation and grasp the big picture, identify achievable outcomes, and find creative solutions to meet his client’s goals and objectives. He is passionate about his work, and he will work tirelessly in pursuing successful outcomes for his clients."

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Neil Henrichsen

Litigation lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is a talented and dilligent attorney who vigorously fights for his client's rights. As a former Department of Justice civil rights trial attorney, Eric brings a depth of experience to each matter. I would highly recommend his services."

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Laurence Kaye

Litigation lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric Siegel is an outstanding attorney. He is smart, efficient, strategic and always puts the interests of his clients first. I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone seeking an attorney in Employment and Labor Law, Litigation, Real Estate or Commercial Business Litigation."

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Neil Henrichsen

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Steven Weisbaum

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Counsel, Kalbian Hagerty, LLP

2006 - 2018

Principal/Legal Counsel, Cohen Siegel Investors

2006 - 2018

Counsel, Henrichsen Siegel, PLLC

2000 - 2006

Member, Henrichsen Siegel, PLLC

1995 - 1999

Principal, The Siegel Law FIrm

1991 - 1995

Trial Attorney, U.S. Department Of Justice Civil Rights Division

1990 - 1991

Legal Fellow/Staff Attorney, National Veterans Legal Services Project

1989 - 1990

Associate, Squadron Ellenoff Plesent & Lehrer

Associations

2018 - Present

Maryland Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - Present

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Governing Board 1995-2006

1990 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

2018 - 2019

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2018

Anacostia Waterfront Trust

Board Member

2014 - 2018

Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County, Maryland

Chairman of the Board of Directors

2009 - 2018

Anacostia Waterfront Restoration Partnership

Steering Committee Member

2008 - 2018

United States Green Building Council

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design AP

2007 - 2018

United States Green Building Council

Member

2006 - 2017

Capitol Riverfront Business Improvement District

Chairman of the Board

2004 - 2004

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

President

2001 - 2002

District of Columbia Bar

Treasurer

2000 - 2002

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Vice President

1997 - 1999

District of Columbia Bar

Co-Chair

1995 - 2007

National Employment Lawyers Association,Title VII Committee

Co-Chair

1995 - 2006

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - 2020

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Governing Board 1995-2006

1995 - 2001

District of Columbia Bar Associations,Steering Committee

Member

1995 - 2006

American Bar Association

Member

1994 - 1998

District of Columbia Bar Associations,Steering Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

For a representative list of cases and matters that Eric Siegel has handled, visit www.ericsiegellaw.com

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Education

1989

University of California at Los Angeles School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Tufts University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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