Pechman Law Group PLLC is a premier New York City employment law firm specializing in representing both employees and management in a wide range of workplace disputes. Recognized as a Tier 1 law firm by U.S. News’ Best Law Firms in both Employment Law for Individuals and Labor Law for Management, the firm stands out for its dual perspective on workplace dynamics, having advocated for everyone from busboys and construction workers to corporate executives and Fortune 500 companies.
The firm’s approach combines intellectual prowess with practical skill, drawing from experience handling over a thousand cases to address the particular challenges of each dispute. Led by Lou Pechman, a New York Super Lawyer since 2007 and one of the “Top 100” lawyers in New York City, the team is known for resolving difficult cases—whether high‑profile, record‑setting settlements or discreet resolutions. They serve a diverse clientele including workers facing wage theft, discrimination, or harassment, as well as employers seeking compliance counsel and litigation defense.
Services Offered
- Counseling Employers
- Department of Labor Investigations
- Employment Contracts
- Employment Discrimination
- Independent Contractor / Exempt Issues
- Restaurant Pay Lawsuits
- Severance Agreements
- Sex Harassment Cases
- Union-Management Relations
- Wage Theft and Overtime Pay
- Bi-Weekly Late Pay Violations
- Prevailing Wage Cases
Based in New York City and serving clients throughout the region, the firm is highly regarded for its expertise in wage theft and overtime pay cases, and its attorneys are fluent in English and Spanish. Notable achievements include multi-year Super Lawyers recognition, an AV Preeminent rating for ethical standards, and a 10.0 Superb rating from AVVO.
