Zachary J. Liszka, Esq. is a dedicated employee rights lawyer based in Brooklyn, New York, specializing exclusively in employment law with a focus on discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases. Founded in 2014, the firm stands out due to Zach’s personal experience as a survivor of employment discrimination and his unique perspective as an Alaska Native and person with a disability, which fuels his passionate advocacy for workplace fairness.
Zach brings over a decade of experience representing employees in both individual and class action lawsuits, leveraging his background in journalism and prior roles at prominent civil rights organizations. His practice is deeply rooted in the employee-side legal community, where he has held leadership positions including Vice-President of the New York Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association. The firm primarily serves individuals across New York who have faced workplace injustices, offering compassionate, clear, and strategic legal support.
Services Offered
- Employment discrimination legal advice and counsel
- Harassment and retaliation case representation
- Private negotiations with employers
- Litigation in New York State and Federal Courts
- Class action lawsuits for employee rights
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violations claims
- New York Labor Law violations claims
- Disability accommodation cases
- Age discrimination claims
- Gender and gender identity discrimination advocacy
- Race and national origin discrimination cases
- Religious creed protection
- Sexual orientation discrimination litigation
- Pregnancy-related discrimination claims
- Immigration status-based workplace issues
- Caregiver status discrimination representation
- Height or weight discrimination legal support
- Arrest or conviction record discrimination cases
The firm serves clients throughout New York City and litigates cases at both local and national levels, with notable representative cases involving high-profile class actions and first-of-its-kind discrimination suits. Zach is an active participant in mock trial programs and legal education initiatives, further solidifying his commitment to advancing employee rights.
