$ 300-500 per hour
PRO
Joseph Tufts Peckham
also known as Joe Peckham
Virtual Consultation Available
About Joseph
Biography
Laser Focused on Employment Law and Related Matters
I have been an attorney for more than 25 years.
My focus is employment law:
- fair pay issues (FLSA)
- unpaid salary or wages
- termination (firing) concerns.
- discrimination
- workplace safety and rules
- contracts
- non-dislcosure | non-complete agreements
Florida is defnitely an Employment-at-Will and Right-to-Work state, but it does not mean that Florida Workers do not have rights. If something happens to you at work (or during the application and hiring process) and it “Just Doesn’t Feel Right” then it may be worth your while to speak to an attorney. That is where this firm can help.
If you feel you have an employment related matter, I encourage prospective clients to contact me directly here on AVVO or via my website.
I am an employment lawyer that knows both sides so I know how to get results.
Contracts are complicated. I take complicated and make it understandable.
Employers have lawyers and you should too.
Discrimination happens all the time, but it is not easy to prove. Contact my firm to present your case.
No one should be uncomfortable around or afraid of co-workers or bosses. Give me a call to discuss what happened.
Florida may be employment-at-will but employers break the law all the time. Contact my firm to present your case.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Contracts and Agreements
20%
27 years
Discrimination
20%
27 years
Employment and Labor
20%
27 years
Sexual Harassment
20%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 5 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 29 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 30 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Joseph T Peckham, PLLC
Available by appointment, 1540 International Pkwy., Suite 2000, Lake Mary, FL, 32746
jpeckhamlaw.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Joseph online.
Joseph Tufts Peckham's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Joe Gets Results
I reached out to Joe last year for consultation on a severance matter with my former employer. He initiated a dialogue with their legal counsel and negotiated a fair settlement. Although it was a lengthy process, Joe never waivered and stood up for my rights. I highly recommend this firm.
Joseph Peckham
Replied last November 18, 2024Always grateful when a client feels that achieved a result. Thank you for the positive review.
Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Responsive, Results Oriented, and Personable
Joe was willing to take my employment law case when other attorneys would not. I'm very pleased with his representation and the results he obtained. He is extremely personable & very experienced. I highly recommend his services!
Joseph Peckham
Replied last August 25, 2025Very appreciative of the positive review.
Posted by Kathleen | November 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
5 Star
Joe was amazing to work with. He made the process so easy and enjoyable. I highly recommend him, and I appreciate everything he did for me.
Joseph Peckham
Replied last January 14, 2025This was a difficult case but the client here was great to work with and we achieved a great result.
Posted by Brittany | October 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Employement Contract Dispute
I hired Joseph to represent me regarding a contract dispute with my previous employer. He worked very hard to win my case and I appreciated the open line of communication. There was never a point where I had to question the status of my case. If I ever have any issues with any future employers, I wil...
Posted by Milton | June 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Joe is a FIGHTER!
Joe impressed me with his experience and knowledge, so I hired him. He fought long and hard with the company who had fumbled my FMLA claim then fired me for it. Got results and got paid quickly! Highly recommend Joe!
Joseph Tufts Peckham's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joe is as good as they come. He continually impresses me with the breadth of this knowledge and acumen. I wholeheartedly recommend him."
"After reading several learned and clever responses to Qs Attorney Peckham wrote, our conversations revealed not only does he know his law, he is highly personable. I wouldn't hesitate a moment to refer a client to him or recommend him to another lawyer."
Alex Dell
Workers compensation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2024
Avvo Top Contributor, Avvo
2023
Avvo Top Contributor, Avvo
2022
Avvo Top Contributor, Avvo
2021
Avvo Top Contributor, Avvo
2001
Success Story, Risk Management Magazine
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Principal, Law Office Of Joseph T Peckham, PLLC
2012 - Present
Principal, JTP Risk Consulting LLC
2015 - 2018
Executive Vice President of Operations and CISO, Triad Group
2005 - 2012
Executive Vice President and Privacy Officer, RMSCO Inc
1999 - 2005
Insurance and Risk Director, County Government
1996 - 1999
County Attorney /staff, County Government
Associations
2004 - 2005
Public Risk Management AssociationBoard Director
2001 - 2005
New York Association of Self-Insured CountiesBoard Member | Treasurer | Vice President
Sample of Legal Cases
Age Discrimination
Secured client full Severance/Retirement package
Grievance under Union Contract (CBA)
Resolved - Employee reimbursed withheld salary
Unpaid Sales Commissions
Settled for full amount owed.
Unpaid salary
Settled - Secured full demand of Unpaid Salary
FMLA discrimination - Confidential
Settled
M/O Daniel P. Correll, Jr. v. Richard A. Bucci
Decision and Recommendation adopted by the City upheld by the Appellate Court
Employment Discrimination - Confidential
Settled after FCRA finding probable cause.
Breach of Contract Confidential
Settled
Breach of Contract
Settled
Race and Gender Discrimination
Resolved with settlement after deposition
Education
2008
Syracuse University
Executive Leadership - Leadership Institute
1995
Albany Law School of Union University
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Trinity University (San Antonio, Texas)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Binghamton University
Speaking Engagements
2012
Annual Meeting and Spring Conference
Workers Compensation Reserves, IBNR, and Ultimate Liability -- What is the difference and why should I care?
2012
Annual Conference
Workers Compensation Law
2006
27th Annual Public Entity Conference
Effective Contractual Risk Transfer in Government Contracts - Part II
2005
27th Annual Public Entity Conference
Great Programs - Less Objections
2005
26th Annual Conference for Public Agencies
Effective Contractual Risk Transfer in Government Contracts
2004
13th Annual Training Symposium
Witness Preparation and Testimony
Publications
2013
Public Risk
Are You Communicating? How Claims Professionals Can Help Risk Management
2004
Public Risk
A Risk Manager's Primer on Witness Preparation
2003
Public Risk
What the Heck Does Tiger Woods Have to do with Workers' Compensation?
2002
Public Risk Magazine
A Different Risk Management Approach: Top Down from the Bottom Up
2000
National Underwriter publication
Workers Can Have Their Day In Court
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can employee after not being paid, go over the employers head and report to their boss?
16 May 2023
Q&A
How long does it take for a settlement?
05 Apr 2023
Q&A
Is digital piecework legal?
02 Apr 2023