Krista Lyn Goelz

Krista Lyn Goelz

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 12 years

Education Lawyer Practice Areas: Education, Employment & Labor, Litigation, Discrimination

About Krista

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Education 30%

I often represent clients in disputes with school boards, including special education disputes, and disputes over disciplinary action taken against a student. I also have experience with higher education disciplinary proceedings. I maintain a blog on recent events in special education law.

30%
Employment and Labor 25%

I focus primarily on discrimination in employment, and have represented clients before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and in litigation.

25%
Litigation 25%

I often have several cases in active, complex litigation at a time. In litigation I represent students and employees who have had their civil rights violated.

25%
Discrimination 20%

I have experience assisting clients with a wide range of discrimination, including discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, the Equal Pay Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and Title VII claims.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 240-385 per hour

Contingency

33%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 12 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2013

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Krista Lyn Goelz's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dana | December 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Education

Individualized Educational Plan

As a parent dealing with the schools system in the best of times, can still be quite a challenge to say the least. Dealing with the school system, knowing that the outcome of the IEP meeting directly affects our son, and not always being provided with the correct or proper information in a timely ma...nner from the school system for said meetings is the reason why we hired Krista. Krista is very knowledgeable, very respectful, and brings a level of professionalism to every IEP meeting to address every issue that may need to be addressed. I support her confidence and have witnessed her ability to achieve proper conduct from the school system staff as well as eliciting from the school system staff proper conversations to achieve resolutions, and address educational placement as well as goals for our son. Krista’s communication skills with us through these difficult times were exceptional and her insightfulness in these proceedings comes from being a mother herself. She is also a parent of a special needs child, which gives me strength and confidence in her ability to achieve only the best for our son. If you need someone to assist you with an IEP meeting, or if you are encountering issues with the school system and you need someone to help you fight for equality and your child’s rights, I highly recommend Krista Goelz. I admire and respect her commitment to strive for excellence.

Posted by sandi | February 27, 2015 | Employment & Labor

Krista knows employment law and reasure her clients

Krista has a rare combination of incredible skill and knowledge of employment law but instinctually knows how to show empathy and address our concerns. Krista is very methodical, always prepared, and offers her clients the best approach to achieve success. During my case Krista was always available, ...maintained open discussions and willingness to explain the positives and negatives so we could make the best choices moving forward. She is very insightful and utilizes that skill to help us be proactive and not lose precious opportunities. She stays with you even after the case is complete to make certain every issues is adhered to. My case was settled to my satisfaction after several months of hard work on Krista part. I would recommend her to anyone who is encountering issues with their place of employment. If you want someone to fight for what is right Krista is the one who can make that happen.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Krista Knows Employment Law - And How to Fight for You!

I highly recommend Krista - she really came through during a difficult time. She made sure I had all of the facts in my employment case, and that I understood them well, so that I could make the best possible decisions. She knows the law, and how to ensure you're in the best position to be successful.... I would absolutely use her again - but hopefully I won't need to!

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Krista Lyn Goelz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacob Small

Education lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Krista is extremely well-versed in federal educational disability law. I go to her anytime I have a question about the rights of students with disabilities in schools. I wholeheartedly endorse her!"

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Benjamin Owen

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Krista is a hardworking, dedicated, and professional attorney. Her enthusiasm and terrific listening skills make her approachable and accessible to clients. She uses her outstanding advocacy skills to protect the rights of her clients. I very strongly endorse Krista's work."

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Jacob Small

Employment and labor lawyer

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Benjamin Owen

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Principal, Justitia Law PLLC

2013 - 2015

Attorney, The Spiggle Law Firm

2011 - 2012

Law Clerk, U.S. Department Of Defense

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, William Reichhardt & Associates

2010 - 2012

Research Assistant, George Mason University School Of Law

Associations

2013 - Present

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Education

2013

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

State University of New York

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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