Philip B Zipin

Philip B Zipin

4.3
Rating: 6.0

Licensed for 43 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Silver Spring, MD
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Business

8757 Georgia Avenue, Suite 400, Silver Spring, MD

About Philip

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 75%

Primarily focused on wage and overtime violations

38 years | 500 cases

75%
Business 25%

contracts, business disputes, consulting re legal issues

38 years | 250 cases

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 42 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1983

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Licensed in District of Columbia for 43 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1982

Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

Zipin, Amster & Greenberg, LLC

8757 Georgia Avenue, Suite 400, Silver Spring, MD, 20910-4554

Law Offices of Philip B Zipin

8757 Georgia Avenue, Suite 400, Silver Spring, MD

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Philip B Zipin's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Wrongful Termination

Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Executive, healthcare

Phil took my unlawful termination case when a few other lawyers had declined, since they were afraid of the defendant and their army of lawyers. Not only did Phil exhibit great patience and prepare us for a long slog, he was also easy to work with and, in the final analysis, was able to get us to a m...ediated settlement that was completely satisfactory for me and vindicated my deep complaints. I would gladly work with him again - although sincerely hope I never have to!

Posted by rbanni | October 28, 2016 | Wrongful Termination

not to trust

I don't know why some people lie when rating lawyers here.I wont. I WILL NOT RECOMMEND THIS MAN. He advised me to withdraw my case while I could have the EEOC represent me.That was the mistake I'm regretting till today. First he wanted $425/hr before talking to me,then after I paid that he wanted $2...5,000.00 to represent me,someone who lost his job.I took him to the bar 3 months ago,the case's still in process,but he tried to deny evything.Unfortunely for him,I've his emails.

Philip Zipin

Replied last October 28, 2016

Obviously, this is an outlier. This person came in for a paid consultation. His case was not strong, and I declined to represent him on a contingency basis. He was angry about that. Bar Counsel did not pursue any claim, as there was none.

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

A Competent and Caring Professional

Speaking from experience, I would highly recommend Phil Zipin, as legal counsel, to anyone who has been the subject of a wrongful discharge or discrimination in the workplace. I was careful to do my research before requesting a consultation, regarding my own case, involving disability discrimination.... I am happy to share that, by the conclusion of my initial meeting with Phil, I was confident in hiring him as my attorney and his handling of my situation truly lived up to my expectations. Not only was he knowledgeable and skilled in the relevant aspects of the law, as well as both EEOC and federal court procedure, but he was also accessible, attentive, caring, easy to talk to and interested in my perspectives, throughout the case. I truly felt that we were working as a team. Thanks to Phil and his competent and effective representation, I was able to address my devastating experience with my past employer to a successful conclusion and move on with peace of mind.

Posted by Chuck | February 09, 2014 | Wrongful Termination

Complete Trust in Phil Zipin -- Without Slightest Reservation

Phil represented me as the plaintiff in a wrongful termination case where I sued a multi-millionaire former boss who lacked civility and integrity. A senior partner from a multinational law firm (with 4,200 lawyers) was chief defense counsel for my former boss. The firm is the largest law firm in th...e world -- measured by revenue and number of lawyers. Also, the firm was ranked 5th in the world by the "Sharplegal Global Elite Brand Index." Needless to say, I needed a thoroughbred lawyer -- in every sense of the word -- to represent me. What I got was that -- and more. We went to court four times during the discovery phase -- each time with the defendant's counsel seeking case dismissal or summary judgment in favor of her client. Each time, we prevailed. Ultimately, I was scheduled for 4 days of deposition. With Phil at my side, the defense chose to end my deposition after just 2 days -- requesting we enter into discussions to settle my case. After more than 4 weeks of Phil negotiating on my behalf, we settled our case for precisely what I had sought from my former boss prior to deciding to sue him, plus an appropriate amount to pay for Phil's services and expenses. Unbeknownst to me at the time, my former boss was a four-time convicted felon. He was arrested almost a year later, convicted of two additional felonies and sentenced to 3 years in federal prison. I subsequently learned that although he lost multiple times in criminal court, he had never lost or settled more than a dozen wrongful termination lawsuits brought against him over the previous 10 years. Phil Zipin is a tremendous lawyer. He brought intellectual prowess, powerful courtroom presence and a keen understanding of every aspect of my case. If I ever need the services of a premier employment law attorney in the future, Phil is the ONLY person I would engage to represent me or any member of my family. He's that good!

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Philip B Zipin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Carl Gold

Litigation lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Phil is a tireless advocate for his clients representing the best our profession has to offer. He is a joy to work with and has enabled me to break through a stalemate in a volatile matter we are working on together. I endorse him without reservation."

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Paul Samakow

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Phil for over 10 years. He is absolutely the "go-to" attorney for wage claims in this area. Additionally, his demeanor and easy-going manner are loved by his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Jay Marks

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Phil Zipin is committed to workplace justice. For over twenty years he has fought to recover wages and overtime in state and federal courts throughout the District of Columbia, Virginia, and Maryland. Phil has litigated many, many cases, and settled many more, recovering not only his clients' wages, but their dignity, too. Phil and I worked together on two wage and overtime cases in federal court, and I saw his excellent judgment and great warmth. He was offended by the abuse of these employees by the employer who intentionally withheld wages and overtime, preying on the employees' vulnerable situation. You can do no better than retaining Phil Zipin for your employment issue."

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Experience

Rating:  6.0 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Reprimand issued in MD, 2020

updated on 06/23/2020

Reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Suspension Stayed issued in DC, 2020

updated on 06/18/2020

Suspension stayed means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.

Honors

2015

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Associations

2005 - Present

Maryland Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1991 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1991 - Present

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re Adoption/Guardianship of Arsiema F., No. 1554, Sept. Term 2003 (Md. App. 2004)

Petitioner prevailed on appeal.

Thomas v. Capital Med Mgmt Assocs, 985 A.2d 51 (Md. App. 2009)

Won appeal on attorney's fee issue

Falica v. Advance Tenant Servs., Inc, 384 F.Supp.2d 75 (D.D.C. 2005)

Won unpaid wages, fees under FLSA, MWPCL

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Education

1982

George Washington University

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

MELA Annual Conference

Settlement Agreement Issues

Publications

2016

BNA Fair Labor Standards Act ABA Fair Labor Standards Act Contributing Editor

Languages

Spanish

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