James Edward Rubin

James Edward Rubin

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 29 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

600 Jefferson Plaza, Suite 204, Rockville, MD

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer


Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 28 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1998

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 29 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Rubin Employment Law Firm

600 Jefferson Plaza, Suite 204, Rockville, MD, 20852

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

James Edward Rubin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (19) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Employment & Labor

Posted by Oleg | August 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Thank you!

James represented me in an employment compensation case. We were able to settle very quickly with expected results. Definitely recommend.

Posted by Laura | July 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Wonderful, caring attorney

Jim represented me in an employment discrimination case. It was a very sensitive, delicate situation amd he handled my case with the utmost compassion. He is incredibly professional, knowledgeable, thorough and effective in communication. He was incredibly responsive and was always available to an...swer questions or 3xplain things. A true professional and I am incredibly grateful to him for helping me move on from this situation and gain closure.

Posted by Nikki | January 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

The Rubin Employment Law Firm is your Best Choice!!!!!

I highly recommend Mr.James Rubin!!! I am a very happy camper! If you are looking for a highly knowledgeable top-notch Attorney, who knows every single aspect of Employment Law-Jim is the best one to hire! Because of his strategy I was able to avoid a costly litigation process and keep my business ru...nning!!! Jim knows how to listen, comfort and advice his clients! Unlike many other Attorneys, he is working not to enrich himself at his client's expense, but he finds a less costly resolution to a legal issue. Thank you so much Jim because of your hard work and dedication me and my family are on our way now to building our business and living the American Dream!

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Washington DC Salary Dispute and Negotiation with several parties

Jim was able to guide me through a ongoing dispute with a previous employer. He was able to give me strong recommendation on an uncertain situation. Ultimately, the issue was resolved without having to go to court and did so within my budget. When you need an employment lawyer dealing with salary ...and disputes I felt as though he was very thorough and patient with me. I actually got his name from another lawyer who thought he was the best fit for the situation.

Posted by Michael | March 18, 2013 | Employment & Labor

Authority on Employment Law

If you're looking for a real authority on employment law, look no further. James Rubin understands the statutes, precedents, and their interpretation. He'll prepare an iron-clad settlement contract. Your billable time will consist of preparing the relevant facts and efficiently preparing a case, ...not researching relevant law. He knows how to convince the opposing attorney(s) on the strength of your argument, leaving you to negotiate the best possible settlement. My case was settled to my satisfaction at the levels targeted from the beginning. Jim has a prudent bias for settlement, as do most attorneys, so if you're looking for litigation he may not be your best choice. But he has no problem keeping the threat of litigation and its implications real in the minds of the opposition to prepare for the best possible settlement. I don't automatically award 5 stars for every review, but Jim earned his perfect score.

See All Client Reviews

James Edward Rubin's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse James
John Fisher headshot
John Fisher

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Howard Benjamin Hoffman headshot
Howard Hoffman

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jim and I have worked on cases together and have been on the opposite sides. I regularly pick his brain for ideas and bore him with my war stories. He is a tenacious litigator and possesses a superior legal intellect. You can trust that he will handle your employment matter with great skill."

Michael Ian Werner headshot
Michael Werner

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Friend

"I have known James for years. He has always cared deeply about others problems and has consistently gone out of his way to help those in need. I strongly endorse James and would not hesitate to hire him myself."

Jeffrey D Goldstein headshot
Jeffrey Goldstein

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim Rubin is extremely knowledgable in regard to employment law, wage and hour, and employment discrimination issues."

Afshin Pishevar headshot
Afshin Pishevar

Discrimination lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a consummate professional and knows his practice area with a rare mastery. I would trust this lawyer by referring my family members or friends to him when I have a conflict. In addition to being highly knowledgeable and analytical, Mr. Rubin also has a tremendous work-ethic. He works on each case as if it is his only case and he leaves no stone unturned."

View All Endorsements
Howard Benjamin Hoffman headshot
Howard Hoffman

Employment and labor lawyer

Michael Ian Werner headshot
Michael Werner

Real estate lawyer

Jeffrey D Goldstein headshot
Jeffrey Goldstein

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

Afshin Pishevar headshot
Afshin Pishevar

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, DC Super Lawyers

2012

Maryland Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, District of Columbia Super Lawyers

2011

Maryland Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Maryland Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2005

Outstanding Section Chair of the Year, Employment Law, Montgomery Bar Association

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, Rubin Employment Law Firm, P.C.

2006 - 2007

Partner, Farber Rubin, LLC

2001 - 2006

Associate, Farber Legal, LLC

1996 - 2001

Associate, Sherman Dunn Cohen Leifer and Yellig

Associations

2008 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

2006 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Employment Law Section Member

2001 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Employment Law Section Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Ticket Office Employees v. The Washington Redskins

Summary Judgment Granted to Employees.

JUAN R. ESTEÑOS v. PAHO/WHO FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, http://www.dcappeals.gov/dccourts/appeals/pdf/04-CV-1093+.PDF

Remanded for trial.

See More Legal Cases

Education

1996

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Pennsylvania State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Employment Law Update in Maryland

Employment Law

2011

Employment Law from A to Z

Employment Law

2008

Maryland Employment Law From A to Z

Employment Law

Publications

2009

Maryland Employment Law Maryland Employment Law Blog

2006

Maryland Employment Law Letter Litigation: Confessions of an Employee's Lawyer,

2006

Maryland State Bar Association Section of Labor and Employment Law Doing God's Work?

2006

Maryland Employment Lawyers Association Conference Retaliation: How to Build and Prove a Case after Burlington Northern

Languages

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution