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Ian Scharfman
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Biography
Ian Scharfman is Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
At The Scharfman Law Firm, PLLC, clients have come to expect the highest level of professionalism, service and representation in employment law matters. The firm represents clients in various employment law matters before many federal and state trial and appellate courts, federal, state and local agencies and in arbitrations and mediations.
Ian Scharfman is a passionate advocate for his clients’ rights and understands that each client’s situation is of utmost importance to that client. Although this is a trial law firm, Ian Scharfman understands that each conflict requires its own case specific needs and potential resolution. Recognizing that approach for each particular situation enables the firm to handle each client’s needs and legal claims much more effectively and which has contributed to this firm’s success for its clients at many different levels.
Highly Rated & Board Certified In Labor and Employment Law. Passionate Advocacy.
Highly Rated & Board Certified In Labor and Employment Law. Passionate Advocacy.
Highly Rated & Board Certified In Labor and Employment Law. Passionate Advocacy.
Highly Rated & Board Certified In Labor and Employment Law. Passionate Advocacy.
Highly Rated & Board Certified In Labor and Employment Law. Passionate Advocacy.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Discrimination
25%
Employment and Labor
25%
Sexual Harassment
25%
Wrongful Termination
25%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2020 2018 2016
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Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 32 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
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Ian Scharfman's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Discrimination
Posted by Jessica B. | May 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Honest. Fair. Absolutely Amazing
I realized that I needed representation for my discrimination case just a few days before meeting with the EEOC, and with such short notice, Ian agreed to be my council. He really knows how this process works and was extremely helpful with my settlement. I honestly could not have done this without ...
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Knowledgeable Attorney
I needed a strong and knowledgeable attorney to pursue an age discrimination suit against a former employer. Mr. Scharfman was the perfect counsel for my case which concluded in a positive settlement.
Posted by David | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Exceptionally good legal work by Ian Scharfman who is surely tops in his field.
Mr. Scharfman provided me expert legal advise about age discrimination and artfully and competently represented me in discussions and negotiations with a former employer regarding severance and the terms of my separation with the company.
Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Labor and Discrimination Case
Ian Scharfman represented me in a labor and discrimination case against my employer. He provided excellent legal advice, was very candid and knowledgeable about my options, and also shared his expansive knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws related to my case.
Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Excellent Lawyer
I hired Mr. Scharfman to work on my discrimination related case. My case was difficult, but he did an excellent job in getting good results. He is not only a good lawyer but also a good negotiator. I fully recommend him to anybody looking for a good lawyer.
Ian Scharfman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ian Scharfman is truly an excellent attorney and his superior reputation is well deserved. I have enjoyed getting to see his extensive knowledge of labor and employment law, and he is very capable of handling highly sophisticated and complex legal matters for his clients, and he is a great negotiator as well."
"Ian is the Employment Law "go-to" lawyer in Texas. His work is excellent and his strategies are superior. I endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2018
Best Law Firm, Best Lawyers in America
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Client Champion Silver, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine
2017
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Law Firm, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2004
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2003
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Life Fellow, Houston Young Lawyers Foundation
N/A
Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
Work Experience
2006 - Present
President, The Scharfman Law Firm, PLLC
1993 - 2006
Attorney, prior law firms
Associations
2006 - Present
Houston Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2009 - 2010
Houston Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionChair
2006 - 2010
Houston Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionCouncil member and other positions
2001 - 2002
Houston Young Lawyers FoundationChair
1999 - 2002
Houston Young Lawyers FoundationOfficer Positions
1997 - 2000
Houston Young Lawyers AssociationDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
see my website for more information
Education
1993
University of Houston Law Center
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1990
Emory University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2012
University of Texas Law School 19th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference
Non-Compete Agreements: Where Have We Come From and Where We Go From Here
2012
National Employment Lawyers Association-Houston Chapter
Talking to the Employer's Employees
2012
Houston Bar Association Labor & Employment Section ".25" function
Employment Law Ethics - When can a Plaintiff's Attorney Contact a Defendant Employer's Employees?
2012
EEOC Training Institute - Technical Assistance Program Seminar
Religion and Politics @ Work
2011
University of Texas Law School 18th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference
Back to the Future: Proceeding Before and Litigating with the EEOC
2009
Houston Bar Association Employment Institute
epresenting Employers and Employees before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
2008
State Bar of Texas Advanced Civil Trial Course
Top Ten Issues Litigators Need to Know About Employment Law
N/A
Various continuing legal education courses and other programs
See my website for speaking engagements
Publications
2012
University of Texas Law School 19th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference
Non-Compete Agreements: Where Have We Come From and Where We Go From Here
2011
University of Texas Law School 18th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference
Back to the Future: Proceeding Before and Litigating with the EEOC
2009
Houston Bar Association Employment Institute
Representing Employers and Employees before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
2008
State Bar of Texas Advanced Civil Trial Course
Top Ten Issues Litigators Need to Know About Employment Law
N/A
Various continuing legal education programs
See my website for publication information
Languages
English