$ 400-600 per hour
About Annette
Biography
Attorney Newman is a solo practitioner, practicing primarily in the areas of employment/labor law; and civil rights law. The Law Office of Annette Newman, LLC is a full-service law practice, serving both employers and employees throughout the State of Florida. In addition to employment and civil rights law services, the firm offers mediation services.
Attorney Newman's experience includes successfully handling all aspects of litigation, including trials, and Pretrial litigation. In addition to her solo practice, Attorney Newman is also a contract attorney and she has successfully litigated literally thousands of matters as local counsel for various law firms throughout the State of Florida, including negotiating thousands of out-of-court settlements during mediations. She was recognized by the Black Lawyers Association - Top 100 as a Top 100 Attorney in 2016 and 2017; by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in 2017, 2018 and 2019; by Florida Legal Trend Magazine as one of Florida's Legal Elite in 2018 and received recognition as one of America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators in 2019.
Attorney Newman is passionate about civil rights and employment law, and she worked most of her life in various employment law related positions, in both private and public organizations. She is also a Certified Federal EEO Investigator and Certified Florida Supreme Court Circuit Civil Mediator.
Attorney Newman grew up in Buffalo, New York, during the heat of the civil rights movement in the 1960's, where she not only witnessed discrimination and civil rights violations as a child, but also experienced it first hand, including housing discrimination, police brutality and employment discrimination.
In addition to her law practice and mediation services, Attorney Newman is a certified federal sector EEO Investigator. She has investigated federal employee discrimination complaints in both Union and Non-Union employment settings for various federal agencies nationwide and she has also represented federal employees in discrimination complaints against federal agencies. Prior to her legal career, Attorney Newman was a regional Human Resource Generalist for a private corporation for over eight years, where she was primarily responsible for employee relations for over 3,000 employees. During this time, Attorney Newman investigated numerous discrimination claims, prepared and presented employment law training classes, prepared position statements in response to EEOC inquiries, and regularly communicated with agencies connected with employment law regulations, i.e., EEOC, Department of Labor, OSHA and Florida Commission on Human Relations.
Attorney Newman is highly qualified to practice employment law, having graduated with six college degrees, including a law degree (JD) from Stetson University College of Law and a Masters in Business Administration Degree (MBA), specializing in Human Resource Management, from Wayland Baptist University. Attorney Newman has over 30 years of hands-on work experience, including eight years as a Human Resource Generalist; eight years as a District Manager for an international retail convenience store chain; five years as an EEO Representative in the Army; and eight years in civil service, including Administrative Assistant for the Veterans Administration, Administrative Specialist for the U.S. Marshal's Service and Deputy Clerk for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court.
Attorney Newman is also a veteran, honorably discharged from the U.S. Army in 1994 after eight years of active duty service, including service as a Non-Commissioned Officer. She was awarded three Army Commendation Medals and three Army Achievement Medals during her service in the military.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
16 years
Administrative Law
20%
16 years
Civil Rights
10%
16 years
Family
10%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
20%-40%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Law Office of Annette Newman, LLC
789 SW Federal Highway, Suite 201, Stuart, FL, 34994
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Statewide, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Annette Newman's Reviews
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Posted by Dontrell | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and Experienced
Attorney Annette Newman was great to work with. She followed through with promises and followed up with correspondence. She represented me in an EEOC discrimination case against a former employer and having her knowledge and calming presence on my team was invaluable. Attorney Newman was able t...
Annette Newman
Replied last March 3, 2017Thank you Dontrell. I appreciate your kind words and your business. It was my pleasure assisting you with your legal claim.
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent service
It was recommended to hire her. Upon me hiring her, my new life began the day. My life is so good and I have a brand new life now, because of this super, caring, great person. She is a people person. She is not in this field only for money..she cares and does all that she can to help. She is very kno...
Annette Newman
Replied last February 27, 2017Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure working with you and I wish you much success in your future!
Posted by Davina | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional Attorney
I hired Attorney Newman to represent me in an Employment Discrimination case that involved my former employer. I must say I was extremely impressed with her knowledge, pro-active initiatives, aggression in attaining the information needed in order to advance my case, and ability to make my former em...
Annette Newman
Replied last September 22, 2016Thank you Davina.
Posted by Donna | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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AWESOME ATTORNEY
I hired Ms.Newman to assist me with an EEOC complaint against my employer. Ms. Newman was prompt, effecient and offered a reasonable flat fee for her service. Ms. Newman went the extra mile and continued to assist me throughout the entire EEOC process which resulted into an extended period of tim...
Annette Newman
Replied last January 29, 2016Thank you Donna!
Posted by Toni Esser | May 14, 2012
Annette Newman for your Unemployment Compensation Attorney
Annette Newman is an educated attorney and very knowledgable. I found that her experience from working in the workforce for many years was why I chose Annette Newman to represent me with the unemployment appeal that I needed representation with. From working as a District Director and years of Manag...
Annette Newman
Replied last January 29, 2016Thank you Toni!
Annette Newman's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Annette Newman is well-versed in the employment and labor laws, and she has a wealth of experience to support the needs of her clients. She personally counseled me on a personal employment matter, and through that interaction I developed a true appreciation for Annette and her compassion for her clients. Annette loves what she does and it shows! I definitely endorse this lawyer!"
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"Annette's passion and commitment to her clients is second to none. She gives 110% on every case and is truly a zealous advocate for those whose rights have been violated. Annette is also always willing to assist her fellow attorneys, and is highly respected by her fellow bar members."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Top Lawyers 2021, Palm Beach Media Group
2021
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2018
Top Attorneys, American Registry
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2017
Top 100 Attorney, National Black Lawyers Top 100
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Outstanding Young Lawyers in Florida, American Registry
2016
National Black Lawyers Top 100, National Black Lawyers
2016
Nominee - Legal Luminaries, Dade County Bar Association
2009
William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson University College of Law
2001
Academic Merit Recognition, National Dean's List
2001
Academic Merit Recognition, Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities
1994
Army Commendation Medal, U.S. Army
1993
Army Achievement Medal, U.S. Army
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Senior Legal Editor - Independent Contractor, Thompson Reuters
2010 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Annette Newman, LLC
2009 - Present
Independent Contractor EEO Investigator, Self-Employed as a Certified Federal EEO Investigator for various Federal Agencies throughout the U.S.
2018 - 2018
Senior Legal Editor, Taj Technologies
2003 - 2009
Human Resource Generalist, 7 Eleven, Inc.
1994 - 2003
District Manager/Field Consultant, 7 Eleven, Inc.
1987 - 1994
Sergeant/Non-Commissioned Officer, U S Army
1983 - 1986
Deputy Clerk/Pay Grade JS 9, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, N.D. Illinois
1980 - 1983
Administrative Deputy Clerk/Pay Grade JS 6, U.S. Marshal's Service
1978 - 1980
Administrative Assistant, Veteran's Administration Regional Office
Associations
2017 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionMember
2016 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (Florida chapter)Member
2016 - Present
American Bar FoundationNominee
2015 - Present
National Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
U.S. District Court, Southern District of FloridaMember
2010 - Present
Florida Bar, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2017 - 2017
Fellows of the American Bar FoundationInvitee
2016 - 2017
National Black Lawyers Top 100Member
2011 - 2016
National Association of Professional Women
2011 - 2013
National Black MBA Association
2009 - 2010
Society for Human Resource Management
Sample of Legal Cases
Donna Dugo vs. The Home Depot. Case Number: 0:17-cv-62119-RNS
Settlement
Chapman v. Florida Department of Corrections et al. Case Number: 1:14-cv-24140
Settlement
Disability Discrimination Title VII EEOC Charge
EEOC issued a "Cause" finding, determining that Attorney Newman's client was subjected to unlawful discrimination and retaliation because of her disability.
Age and Race Discrimination FCHR Charge
Settlement
Michael Manfred vs. Deborah Rainey, et. al. Case Number: COCE14009240
Final Judgment Awarded to client.
Injunction for Protection Against Dating Violence
Dismissed
Injunction for Protection against Stalking and Harassment
Alexandro Mainetto vs. MSH International, Inc., et. al. Case Number: CACE13017758
Settled
Access For The Disabled Inc. et al v. Kimco Realty Corporation et al. Case No: 0:13-cv-60701-WPD
Dismissed
CMCO Mortgage, LLC vs. Thecia Marone-Toth, et. al. Case Number: CACE12001895
Dismissed
Unemployment Appeal
Client's benefits restored.
Race Discrimination Claim
Settled
Litigation Attorney
Family Law
Richard Musumeci vs. The City of Coconut Creek Case Number: CACE 11-25187
Settlement
Unemployment Claim
Client Awarded Benefits
Employment Law Consultation
Satisfied Clients
Education
2009
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Wayland Baptist University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1999
Wayland Baptist University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1994
Central Texas College
AAS- Associates in Applied Science
1993
Monterey Peninsula College
AS - Associates in Science
1993
Monterey Peninsula College
AS - Associates in Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
2017 Rainmakers Academy
Starting Your Law Practice
2016
LawyersMatter Community Town Hall
Community Policing
2015
Career Day
Legal Careers
2012
Career Day
The Life of A Solo Practitioner
Publications
2018
Essence Magazine - Legal Contributer to their May 2018 Sexual Harassment on the job article.
Sexual Harassment on the Job
2018
Thomson Reuters
Practical Law (Independent Contractor/Senior Legal Editor (Contributor)
2017
Blog
At Will Employment
2012
Progressive Business Publications
Employment Law Reports: If I Knew Then What I Know Now
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides