Miami Federal Employee Attorney
Federal employment disputes rarely come with straightforward explanations. Notices are written in regulatory language, decisions point to agency rules that are rarely explained, and employees are expected to respond without being told how those responses will be evaluated. Miami federal employees often seek legal guidance when the agencies they relied on stop providing clear explanations or meaningful direction.
At Pines Federal, we represent employees who need legal support within the federal employment system. Our work centers on helping clients navigate administrative processes that can affect their careers, benefits, security clearances, and professional standing.
Federal employment issues can be hard to navigate alone. We can help you. Contact us online or call (832) 462-7655 to learn your next steps.
Federal Employment Matters We Handle for Miami Government Employees
Pines Federal provides federal employment legal representation for Miami-area government employees across a wide range of matters, including:
- Merit Systems Protection Board appeals involving removals, suspensions, demotions, reductions in pay, and reductions in force
- Representation by an MSPB lawyer for Miami federal employees responding to proposed adverse actions
- Written and oral replies to proposed discipline, including suspensions and removals
- Equal Employment Opportunity complaints involving discrimination, harassment, and retaliation
- EEOC representation for federal employees throughout the administrative complaint and hearing process
- Reasonable accommodation requests and disputes under the Rehabilitation Act
- Medical removals, fitness-for-duty examinations, and agency medical determinations
- Federal disability retirement matters involving the Office of Personnel Management
- Whistleblower disclosures and retaliation claims before the Office of Special Counsel
- Performance-based actions, including Performance Improvement Plans
- Representation during federal employee disciplinary investigations and administrative interviews
How We Help Federal Employees Respond to Agency Actions
Federal employment matters are governed by formal procedures, strict deadlines, and written records that often determine how a case moves forward. Pines Federal helps Miami federal employees understand these requirements and respond appropriately when an agency takes action.
We assist clients by:
- Reviewing notices of proposed action, disciplinary letters, and agency decisions
- Examining personnel files, performance evaluations, and investigative records
- Identifying procedural issues and compliance concerns under federal employment rules
- Preparing written replies and supporting documentation
- Assisting with oral replies and agency meetings when applicable
- Evaluating proposed penalties and available response options
- Advising on next steps involving MSPB, EEO, or related administrative processes
Why Choose Pines Federal to Help You with Your Federal Employment Dispute
When you are facing a federal agency, the quality and focus of your legal representation matters. Federal employment law is technical, procedural, and unforgiving of missed steps. We provide representation grounded in long-standing experience, careful preparation, and a commitment to guiding clients through complex federal systems with clarity and respect.
Federal employees choose Pines Federal because we offer:
- More than 60 years of combined experience in federal employment and disability law
- A firmwide focus on exclusively representing federal employees
- Legal strategies tailored to the client’s agency, position, and employment history
- Clear communication and strategic guidance at every stage of the case
- Nationwide representation with accessibility for Miami federal employees
Talk with a Federal Employment Lawyer Serving Miami, FL
If you are a federal employee in Miami dealing with a proposed adverse action, discrimination complaint, accommodation dispute, whistleblower issue, or retaliation concern, understanding your options early can help protect your career and benefits.
We invite you to contact us to speak with a federal employment lawyer about your situation and learn how we may be able to assist. Call (832) 462-7655 or reach out online now.
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Trusted By Federal Workers Nationwide
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“Even though I had an overwhelming abundance of anxiety about going through a legal proceeding, Mr. Pines’ humor and expert advice helped get me through the EEO process until it was successfully resolved. I always felt that the Pines Federal team had my best interests at heart and always treated me with kindness and dignity.”- Michelle S.
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“A change in leadership brought me the worst of luck with a suddenly very hostile work environment, but pure serendipity led me to Pines Federal. I am so lucky to have found Pines Federal which not only has considerable expertise in federal employee cases, but also has the compassion to recognize the emotional impact on their clients.”- Jennifer
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“Excellent experience in federal law in the government sector and beyond. Very pleased with the legal support of the entire staff from beginning to end during of very stressful and agonizing workplace environment situation. We consider this law firm as part of family and are highly pleased with all the professional attention and compassion that we received.”- Edward G.
Meet Our Legal Team
A Nationwide Firm Focused on Disability, Federal Employment, and SSDI Law
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Aaron Sacks Bookkeeper, Marketing -
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Michelle Cerrato Disability Specialist, OPM Specialist -
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Steven Tu Operations Manager
Behind Every Case Is a Person Who Matters
Big-Picture Advocacy in Federal Employment and Disability Law — Driven by Compassion, Defined by Results
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Pines Firm Successfully Litigates Reinstatement for VA Canteen Employee with Full Back Pay
Attorney Pines and AFGE 1633 were victorious in having the arbitrator find that a VA Canteen employee was wrongfully removed, and therefore should be put back to work and paid back pay for over a year and half of pay.
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Wrongfully Terminated Veterans Administration Employee Gets Job Back & Full Back Pay
In an exciting precedent-setting victory, The Law Office of Eric L. Pines, PLLC has successfully helped a Veterans Administration employee get her job back after being wrongfully terminated for using leave for the birth of her child and to care for her autistic and blind children.
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Major Success in Front of the MSPB in an OPM Disability Case
On July 19, 2023, Pines Federal achieved a big win in front of the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) in an OPM disability case.
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Pines Federal’s Amanda Moreno Wins Reinstatement and Backpay in MSPB Case at DHS, USCBP
The Appellant worked for Customs and Border Patrol for over 20 years when the Agency removed her for LWOP and alleged misconduct at work.
