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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Schenectady, NY
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Showing 20 employment lawyers in Schenectady, NY
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Silverman, Silverman & Seligman, P.C.
527 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 631-4521 thesilvermanfirm.com
Christiaan Van Niekerk Law Offices
146 Jay St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 528-1375 upstatebankruptcylawyer.com
Attorney Joseph P Cifarelli, II
157 Barrett St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 694-1923 attorneycifarelli.com
Hacker Murphy, LLP
200 Harborside Dr #300, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 347-9496 hackermurphy.com
Hanson Law Firm, P.C.
1801 Altamont Ave #2, Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-4525 hansonlawonline.com
Dalmata, Maloy & Burke, LLP
670 Franklin St #100, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 374-8494 dmblegal.com
James Trauring & Associates, LLC
705 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 370-5515 trauringlaw.com
Brandon J. Broderick, Personal Injury Attorney at Law
26 Broadway suite 206, Schenectady, NY 12305
(866) 973-6365 brandonjbroderick.com
Law Office of Opal F. Hinds
650 Franklin St Suite 501, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 893-8100 opalhindslaw.com
Litz & Litz
143 Clinton St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 372-3329 litzandlitz.com
Juda Law Office PLLC
650 Franklin St #502, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 377-3077 markjudalaw.com
Finkelstein & Partners LLP
1473 Erie Blvd 2nd floor, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 895-4098 lawampm.com
Cioffi Slezak Wildgrube
1473 Erie Blvd 1st floor, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 377-6700 cswlawfirm.com
Law Office of Kathleen M Toombs PLLC
157 Barrett St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 688-2846 toombslawny.com
Della Ratta Law Office
147 Barrett St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 372-5467 dellarattalaw.com
Kassner Law Office
133 Saratoga Rd, Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 377-3423 kassnerlawoffice.com
Parisi, Coan & Saccocio, PLLC
120 Erie Blvd 2nd Floor, Schenectady, NY 12305
(737) 214-0114 pandslawtitleix.com
Naviasky Law Firm, PLLC
1802 Eastern Pkwy, Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-4743 lnavlaw.com
Robert J Stoddard Attorney
670 Franklin St # 200, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 377-1138
Burke Gibbons PC
101 Mohawk Ave, Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 346-3449
Employment lawyers in Schenectady New York assist workers with issues such as wrongful termination workplace discrimination and wage and hour disputes. New York State law provides strong protections for employees including the New York State Human Rights Law and the New York Labor Law. Schenectady residents can seek legal help for claims involving unpaid wages retaliation or violations of employment contracts.
What Does a Employment Lawyer in Schenectady Cost?
Employment lawyers in New York typically charge an hourly rate between 250 and 600 dollars per hour. Some lawyers offer free initial consultations and may work on a contingency fee basis for certain cases like unpaid wages or discrimination. Flat fees for document review or severance agreements can range from 500 to 2,500 dollars. Costs vary based on the complexity of the case and the lawyer experience. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does an employment lawyer handle in Schenectady?
Employment lawyers handle cases including discrimination based on race gender age or disability harassment retaliation for reporting violations wage and hour disputes and breach of employment contracts. They also assist with severance agreements and non-compete clauses.
What is the time limit to file an employment claim in New York?
The time limit varies by claim. For discrimination under the New York State Human Rights Law you have three years from the date of the violation. For federal claims under Title VII you have 300 days to file with the EEOC. Wage claims under New York Labor Law generally have a six year statute of limitations.
Do I need a lawyer for a severance agreement review in New York?
It is strongly recommended to have an employment lawyer review any severance agreement before signing. New York law requires severance agreements to be in writing and often includes waivers of legal claims. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and negotiate better terms.
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