Employment Lawyers in New York, NY
There are 33 employment attorneys and law firms in New York, New York. Compare them side by side — ratings, hours, and contact details — and call the right one first.
- 4.2★ average Google rating across 27 rated firms
- 12 rated 4.5+ on 10 or more reviews
Legal help in New York
- New York courts’ self-help resourcesOfficial court guides and forms for people without a lawyer
- Lawyer referral serviceNew York State Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
Exceptions and details
NYSBA's service does not cover every county: residents of counties whose bar associations run their own referral services (Albany, Bronx, Brooklyn/Kings, Broome, Dutchess, Erie, Monroe, Nassau, New York City, Oneida, Onondaga, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Westchester) are directed to those services: https://nysba.org/other-new-york-state-lawyer-referral-services/ . Referrals are free; first consultation $35 for 30 minutes (some case types excepted).
Checked September 25, 2026 against official sources. General information, not legal advice — deadlines and limits have exceptions, so confirm with a lawyer.
Employment Lawyers in New York — FAQ
How many employment lawyers are in New York, NY?
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Lawyers Near Me lists 33 employment attorneys and law firms in New York, New York. Each listing includes ratings, hours, and contact details.
How do I choose the best employment lawyer in New York?
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Compare each New York firm's Google rating, reviews, and location, then call two or three to compare. Ask about experience with cases like yours and how they charge; some offer a free or low-cost first consultation.
How much does an employment lawyer cost in New York, NY?
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Lawyers who represent workers often take discrimination, wrongful termination, and unpaid-wage cases on contingency, and some employment laws let a winning employee recover attorney’s fees from the employer. Others bill hourly. For work billed by the hour, our free Lawyer Cost Estimator shows average lawyer rates by practice area and state (Clio, 2026). Get the fee agreement in writing before work begins.
Is this legal advice?
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No. This page provides general information only and is not legal advice. Always consult a licensed New York attorney about your specific employment matter.