3 Best Employment Lawyers in Washington, DC

Mr. R. Scott Oswald, Mr. Nick Woodfield, and the Employment Law Group successfully represented me in a five year whistleblower/employment case against my employer, a U.S. Government Agency. Attorneys are like physicians in that when you need a specialist, you want the best. The ELG may be expensive, but I have found that you get what you pay for when it comes to representation. Our case took five years to litigate against the Agency and the Merit Systems Protection Board. Ultimately, my case went before the U.S. Federal Circuit Court of Appeals and we won a precedent setting decision. Scott reviewed my case initially. He told me at the time, "this case is going to be difficult, but we can win it….are you ready to go all the way". His evaluation was 100% correct. My Agency (and the MSPB) fought us every step of the way, but thanks to Scott, Nick, and the ELG, we prevailed. When I first arrived at the ELG, I was beaten down and despondent. Scott, Max Masinter, and the ELG team listened to my story, picked out the relevant issues, developed an action plan, and gave me the strength to keep fighting. I really indebted to them for saving my job and giving me my life back. I would recommend them without hesitation.

Scott Oswald handled two cases for me and I cannot say enough about how much I appreciate his hard work and support. I lost the first case due to a technicality that Scott and his team had warned me about prior to taking the case but he did not let that deter him. He pressed on at my request and won the second case with pride. All through the preparation and investigation into the facts of the case, Scott maintained the utmost of professionalism. He exhibited an impressive knowledge base as he won my case against a large pharmaceutical company, and his actions spoke volumes about his character when he helped me arrange the financial support to see the case through to completion. Since my case Scott has stayed in touch and provided additional help when needed. I give Scott Oswald an overall excellent rating.

Scott represented me in a discrimination case. He was thoughtful, prepared, and so knowledgeable on what needed to be done. He stuck with the case through the pandemic and through defense stalling until we finally got to trial. At trial, he was 2 steps ahead of the defense every day, worked until late in the evening to be prepared. He also used technology to strengthen his presentations and examinations, and in general was all I could ever ask for in an attorney. And he ultimately won the case for me. I would recommend Scott to anyone seeking help with a termination either because of discrimination or any other illegal reason.

The lawyers at Katz Banks Kumin (KBK) are fiercely brilliant and remarkably empathetic. If you need good counsel and guidance during a stressful situation, you should get in touch with KBK to discuss your options. I can promise you that these are the best lawyers in the country. Their skills are unmatched, and they are good people to their core. I have never met such a selfless team. Debra Katz always puts people before profits. Her firm changes the world for the better.

Katz Marshall & Banks was my law firm, with Debra Katz being my lawyer for nearly 2 years. I received excellent representation, attention, and communication. Their integrity is beyond reproach, and their skills and knowledge is everything you would want in a law firm, and an individual attorney.

Katz Banks Kumin has without question the most ethical, brilliant legal team in the profession. From first call, every interaction was professional, informative, calm, encouraging. Their expertise is unsurpassed and all communication was clear. I can’t recommend Katz Kumin Banks enough.