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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.
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State: Texas
Acquired: 1993
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Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Negotiated Settlement Representation
Ian Scharfman provided exceptional legal support in helping me negotiate a fair and meaningful settlement with my employer. From the very beginning, he demonstrated deep expertise in employment law, a strategic approach to the issue, and a level of professionalism that immediately put me at ease....
Posted by Amber | December 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
10/10
Ians was a great attorney, very informative, very patient and knowledgeable. His firm upheld the most professional environment and I would definitely recommend him to my friends and family.
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 Zohaib | March 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A True Advocate Who Fights for You - Ian Scharfman is the Best!
I can't thank Ian Scharfman enough for the incredible support and legal expertise he provided during my two cases. From the very beginning, Ian took the time to understand my situation, and his dedication was apparent every step of the way. His professionalism, attention to detail, and in-depth knowl...
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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I couldn't have made a better choice than to work with the Scharfman Law Firm for my case. I had a lot of questions as I'd never had to pursue legal action before, but Ian was wonderful in helping me with answers and eventually winning my case. This firm is patient, communicative, and professional, a...
"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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Life Fellow, Houston Young Lawyers Foundation
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Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2006 - Present
President, The Scharfman Law Firm, PLLC
1993 - 2006
Attorney, prior law firms
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
1993
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1990
BA
2012
Non-Compete Agreements: Where Have We Come From and Where We Go From Here
2012
Talking to the Employer's Employees
2012
Employment Law Ethics - When can a Plaintiff's Attorney Contact a Defendant Employer's Employees?
2012
Religion and Politics @ Work
2011
Back to the Future: Proceeding Before and Litigating with the EEOC
2009
epresenting Employers and Employees before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
2008
Top Ten Issues Litigators Need to Know About Employment Law
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