4 of the Best OPM Disability Retirement Attorneys in Washington DC
*We publish these lists to help federal employees find the lawyer who is most qualified to help them with their employment law matter.
Securing OPM federal disability retirement benefits demands good legal representation. If you're a federal employee in Washington DC facing disability-related challenges, finding a knowledgeable attorney is crucial. To help, we've listed four of the best OPM disability retirement attorneys in Washington DC. These are seasoned legal professionals with significant experience in federal employment cases and have the track record to back it up.
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Elliott Andalman is a highly experienced attorney known for representing thousands of workers in disability claims, particularly focusing on OPM disability retirement cases. Him and his firm provide comprehensive support on disability retirement claims and related federal employment issues. This includes obtaining FMLA and other approved leaves, securing reasonable accommodations, challenging AWOLs and proposed removals, and facilitating removals for medical inability to work. Elliott has collaborated with various organizations, including the Maryland Disability Law Center, the Maryland American Civil Liberties Union, and University Legal Services, advocating for freedom of speech, freedom from racial discrimination, and equal access to public facilities for individuals with disabilities.
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Eric L. Pines is a nationally recognized federal employment lawyer, mediator, and attorney business coach with extensive experience representing federal employees. Serving as in-house counsel for over fifty thousand federal employees, he began his career as counsel for AFGE Local 1923, the largest federal union local in the world. Currently, he serves as Chief Counsel for AFGE 1923 and represents employees from FEMA, the Department of Defense, and Veterans Affairs unions. Pines has successfully litigated numerous employment and labor law cases, including a notable $16.5 million settlement for misclassified FEMA employees. He is particularly dedicated to advocating for disabled federal employees seeking reasonable accommodations and disability retirement.
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*This attorney is not affiliated with Pines Federal
Alan Lescht is renowned as one of Washington DC’s top employment lawyers, recognized by Newsweek, Washingtonian Magazine, Super Lawyers, and the Top Ten Leaders Program. With over 30 years of experience, Alan has built a stellar reputation for his exceptional representation in disability retirement, employment discrimination, and civil rights cases. As the founding partner of Alan Lescht & Associates, PC, he oversees the firm’s employment litigation and counseling practices, providing legal counsel to federal workers and other employees on a wide range of issues.
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