Richard L Pate Law Offices is a dedicated employment law firm in Westport, Connecticut, exclusively representing employees in workplace disputes. With a practice focused solely on advocating for workers’ rights, the firm stands out for its commitment to protecting individuals against employer misconduct and injustice.
Since 1998, Attorney Richard L. Pate has brought deep experience and a compassionate, strategic approach to each case, helping clients navigate complex employment issues with clarity and determination. The firm is particularly recognized for its expertise in discrimination claims, wrongful termination, and whistleblower cases, serving individuals across Connecticut who face unfair treatment, harassment, or retaliation in their professional lives.
Services Offered
- Employment Law for Employees
- Discrimination Claims (Race, Color, Nationality, Sex, Religion, Pregnancy, Sexual Orientation, Military Status)
- Wrongful Termination
- Sexual Harassment
- Age Discrimination
- Gender Discrimination
- Race and Ethnicity Discrimination
- Severance Agreement Review and Negotiation
- Wage and Overtime Claims
- Whistleblower Litigation and Protection
- Breach of Contract
- Disability Discrimination
- School Denial of Tenure Disputes
- Defamation
- Labor Relations
- Civil Law
The firm serves clients throughout Connecticut and is known for Attorney Pate’s published contributions to legal journals and media outlets on topics including non-compete agreements, gig worker rights, and employment discrimination, reinforcing its role as a thoughtful and authoritative voice in employment law.
