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Protecting whistleblowers and employees subjected to employment discrimination. Problem solver, litigator, and advocate. Martindale AV Preeminent (5.0/5.0) peer rating. contributor on employment and discrimination issues. Named a Top Lawyer by Washingtonian Magazine and the ABA Journal picked my blog, Glass Ceiling Discrimination Blog, for the Web100 top blogs in the United States.
Eric Bachman founded Bachman Law to provide one-on-one, resolute, and results-oriented representation for executives facing employment discrimination and whistleblower retaliation. Having practiced employment law for more than 20 years, Eric has significant experience both in private practice as a partner in Washington, DC employment law firms, and in high-level government positions with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC). His wins include a $100 million settlement in a Title VII employment discrimination class action while at the DOJ, a $1.3 million jury verdict in an age discrimination case (tried with co-counsel), and a record-setting whistleblower settlement at OSC.
In addition to being named to Best Lawyers’ “Top Lawyers in America” list for 2022, Washingtonian magazine has selected Eric as a “Top Lawyer” in Whistleblower Law multiple times, and the ABA Journal has honored his blog as one of the best legal blogs in the country.
Eric holds extensive litigation experience, including numerous trials in federal and state courts, and has also set important precedent on employment discrimination issues at the appellate level.
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State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2023
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 2020
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2017
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2003
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State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2000
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 1999
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Posted by Paula | August 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Eric Bachman is an outstanding attorney who helped me successfully navigate a complex whistleblower case. His deep knowledge, strategic thinking, and steady guidance made a difficult process manageable. He not only helped me understand the system but also led us to a settlement I never thought possib...
Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Bachman was transparent, responsive to all questions, and clear in his explanations & expectations for my case. The final outcome was precisely as he initially predicted when he accepted to represent my case of wrongful termination related to age being masqueraded as something else. He was v...
Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
After being retaliated against in a whistleblower case, I was very leery of trusting anyone. Everyone I had trusted had let me down; they called me crazy, old, and stupid. Even my best friend called me a traitor. I was suicidal and about to give up until I found Eric. He gave me excellent legal advic...
Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I reached out to Eric for a second opinion on my retaliatory discharge from a Fortune 100 company. Beyond being professional, thoughtful and thorough, Eric was kind. He listened to me, strategized with me and made sure I went into my mediation feeling confident in the law. Retaining Eric was the ...
Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Eric helped me navigate a difficult work situation with helpful legal analysis and wise advice. I was lucky to have such an experienced attorney advising me.
"Eric has a sharp legal mind, strong writing skills, and is great at devising case strategies. Any client would be well represented by him. He has a strong sense of justice and incredible work ethic. He is reliable and a true advocate."
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2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Best Lawyers in America, Employment Law and Civil Rights Law, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyers in America, Employment Law and Civil Rights Law, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Best Lawyer, Employment Law and Civil Rights Law, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Go To Thought Leader, National Law Review
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Top Whistleblower Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2019
Featured Verdict Award, American Lawyer Magazine/Verdict Search
2018
Top Whistleblower Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2018
Go To Thought Leader, National Law Review
2017
Top Whistleblower Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2017
Web 100 (top legal blogs in the United States), American Bar Association Journal
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
The Attorney General's Distinguished Service Award, United States Department of Justice
2013
Civil Rights Division's Distinguished Service Award, United States Department of Justice
2012
Civil Rights Division's Special Commendation Outstanding Service, United States Department of Justice
2011
Special Achievement Award, United States Department of Justice
2010
Special Achievement Award, United States Department of Justice
2021 - Present
Principal, Bachman Law LLC
2017 - 2021
Principal, Zuckerman Law
2014 - 2017
Deputy Special Counsel for Litigation and Legal Affairs, U.S. Office Of Special Counsel
2012 - 2014
Special Litigation Counsel, United States Department Of Justice, Civil Rights Division
2009 - 2012
Senior Trial Attorney, U.S. Department Of Justice Civil Rights Division
2007 - 2009
Partner, Wiggins Childs Quinn & Pantazis
2001 - 2007
Associate, Wiggins Childs Quinn & Pantazis
1999 - 2001
Assistant Public Defender, Louisville Jefferson County Public Defender Corporation
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Doctor of Law (J.D.)
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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
2020
Litigating Race Discrimination Cases
2018
2017
Handling Whistleblower Claims
2017
Federal employees rights and responsibilities in a changing civil service landscape
2016
2016
Town Hall with U.S. Office of Special Counsel
2016
2015
2017
2017
2017
2017
English
Legal Guides
What is discovery in an employment an employment discrimination case?
12 Aug 2017
How do I know if I have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
31 Jul 2017
4 key tips about filing EEOC discrimination charges
31 Jul 2017