Lynette A. Whitfield, Attorney at Law
Committed to helping Federal Employees in all aspects of their employment
- Our Location
7361 Calhoun Place, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20855
- For A Consultation
(301) 869-8774
Professional and Experienced
My Background and Experience
I grew up in a rural community in southern Illinois and spent time living in Chicago, Illinois before attending law school at The George Washington University Law School. I am the first attorney in my family and only the second generation to attend college. I am the daughter of a registered nurse and a pastor, both of whom taught me the importance of empathy and understanding, as well as using my voice to stand up for people who have suffered injustice.
Although I have been representing federal employees for my entire legal career, I began my solo practice in Rockville, Maryland in 2006. My interest in the practice of law stems from my dedication to social justice issues and my sincere desire to serve underrepresented communities. To that end, I donate a percentage of my time to volunteering in my community and take cases on referral from local legal nonprofit organizations.
With the understanding that many individuals do not have the financial resources to spend on expensive litigation, I offer payment plans, and have discounts for US Veterans, dues-paying union members and AARP members.
Admitted to practice in Maryland Courts, the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, and before the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.
Education
The George Washington University Law School, J.D
Southern Illinois University, B.A, cum laude
Court Admissions
Maryland State Courts
U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
Professional Associations
Maryland Employment Lawyers Association
Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association
National Employment Lawyers Association
Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group, FECA Section
Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland
Maryland State Bar Association
Civil Justice Network, Inc.
Lynette A. Whitfield, Attorney at Law
Advocacy & support
I represent federal employees requesting a reasonable accommodation, responding to proposed disciplinary actions, fighting allegations of poor performance, litigating an EEO or MSPB case, and filing complaints in federal court.
Cost-Effective Solutions
I will present all of your options and design a strategy that fits your goals and your budget. I offer reasonable payment plans and will help clients figure out what they can do to reduce their costs during representation.
Federal Employment & Security Clearance
When providing advice to clients regarding their federal sector employment issue, I will also advise client of any impact on their security clearance and can assist with any security clearance denial or revocation.
Federal Workers Compensation
I represent federal workers who have been injured on the job. I can provide legal representation at all stages of your workers compensation case.
Practice Areas
Discrimination, Harassment & Retaliation
Employees have a right to perform their job without being subjected to discrimination or harassment based on race, sex, age, national origin, religion, or in retaliation for prior protected EEO activity. The federal sector EEO process is much different than the process for private sector employees. Ms. Whitfield is not only familiar with this process, but has been assisting federal employees with their EEO cases since 2004.
Defending Disciplinary Actions
Because federal employees have a property interest in their job, they are entitled to due process prior to any appealable agency action. Due process requires that a federal employee receive notice of the charges against them, an explanation of the employer's evidence, and an opportunity to present their side of the story. Ms. Whitfield helps federal employees who are facing disciplinary action in preparing and presenting their response.
Federal Employees with Disabilities
Federal employees who become unable to work in their current position due to a disability or injury that is expected to last for at least one year, may be eligible for disability retirement. Ms. Whitfield assists employees in completing their applications for disability retirement, and in filing an appeal of a denial of disability retirement. We also assist employees whose disability retirement benefit is not calculated properly to ensure that federal employees receive the full benefit that they have earned by their employment.
Lynette A. Whitfield, Attorney at Law
Contact Our Office For A Consultation
Due to the preparation and time involved in a full consultation, I charge $350 for a consult and require that it is paid before I begin to spend time reviewing documents.
Address
7361 Calhoun Place, Suite 210 Rockville, MD 20855
Tel
(301) 869-8774
FAX
(301) 869-8776
My business is built on client referrals
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