Bennett Legal Services is a dedicated employment law firm serving as a powerful advocate for employees facing workplace injustices. Founded by Attorney Paul V. Bennett, the firm specializes in representing individuals in disputes involving wrongful termination, discrimination, and harassment, with a strong presence in both the Washington, DC area and California. Licensed to practice in Maryland, DC, Virginia, California, and Hawaii, the firm stands out for its multi-state reach and deep commitment to protecting employee rights.
With decades of experience since his bar admission in 1987, Paul Bennett brings extensive knowledge of both state and federal employment laws, including nuanced understanding of procedures for federal sector employees. The firm takes an aggressive, client-centered approach, emphasizing timely action due to strict legal deadlines. It primarily represents employees who have suffered violations under key statutes such as the FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and Title VII, and is highly skilled in navigating administrative agencies like the EEOC and MSPB.
Services Offered
- Employment Law
- Wrongful Termination
- Discrimination Cases
- Harassment Claims
- Denial of Medical Leave
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Claims
- Equal Pay Act Disputes
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Violations
- California Fair Employment and Housing Act Matters
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Cases
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Claims
- Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) Issues
- Federal Employment Law
- Representation Before the EEOC
- Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) Proceedings
- Administrative Agency Hearings
- State and Federal Court Litigation
- Negotiating Severance Packages
- Contract Review
- Noncompete Agreement Analysis
- Personal Injury
The firm serves clients across multiple states, with physical offices in Columbia, MD; San Francisco, CA; and Los Angeles, CA. Attorney Bennett’s licensure in Maryland, DC, Virginia, California, and Hawaii allows him to represent a broad range of employees, particularly those in the federal sector and private industry facing urgent workplace legal challenges.
