The Law Offices of Hugh McGavick is a dedicated legal practice specializing in employment law, providing expert counsel to workers in Olympia, Tumwater, Lacey, and surrounding areas. With a career spanning over 40 years, Hugh McGavick focuses on protecting employee rights, offering seasoned advocacy in severance negotiations and unemployment appeals, and striving to level the playing field between workers and employers.
Hugh McGavick adopts a client-centered approach, prioritizing thorough case preparation and strategic negotiation to achieve favorable outcomes without litigation when possible. As a semi-retired senior attorney, he now concentrates on shorter, high-impact cases such as severance agreements and unemployment appeals, drawing on extensive courtroom experience and a commitment to social justice. He has successfully handled over 100 unemployment appeals, many on a pro bono or low bono basis, and serves individuals facing workplace challenges, including harassment, retaliation, or wrongful termination.
Services Offered
- Employment Law
- Severance Agreements
- Unemployment Appeals
- Sexual Harassment Cases
- Retaliation Claims
- Civil Rights Litigation
- Negotiation and Mediation
- Workplace Dispute Resolution
Serving clients primarily in Pierce and Thurston counties, the firm leverages deep local expertise and a compassionate, results-driven approach to help workers navigate complex employment issues efficiently and effectively.
