Derek Todd Smith

Derek Todd Smith: Attorney with Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC
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Derek Smith, a leading advocate for victims of sexual harassment and discrimination, brings over 30 years of experience to your case. Driven by a passion for justice, he and his team of dedicated attorneys have secured over $500 million in settlements and verdicts for clients across New York, California, Pennsylvania, Florida, and New Jersey.

More Than Just Lawyers:

At Derek Smith Law Group, we are passionate about creating a safer and fairer workplace. We don't just fight for financial compensation; we seek justice and accountability for the wrongs you've suffered.

Highlights of Derek's Achievements:

Record-breaking settlements: Obtained a settlement exceeding $15 million on behalf of a single client. Derek Smith won the largest emotional distress verdict ever sustained in the U.S. for a discrimination case. Proven track record: Recovered millions for individuals facing sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation in the workplace. Comprehensive expertise: Derek Smith Law Group navigates the intricacies of federal, state, and city laws, ensuring your case is handled with precision. Compassionate representation: Derek personally invests in each client, understanding the emotional impact of these experiences.

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Schedule a free consultation with Derek Smith Law Group today. Call us at 800-807-2209 and let us help you achieve the justice you deserve.

(Also at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Office) (Also Of Counsel to Akin Law Group) (Also Of Counsel to Arce Law Group, P.C.)

Areas of Practice (56)

  • Civil Rights
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Civil Rights
  • Labor and Employment
  • Contracts
  • Civil Rights
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Contracts
  • Civil Rights
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Employment Terminiation
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Contracts
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Contracts
  • Wage and Hour Law
  • Civil Rights
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Civil Rights
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Civil Rights
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Labor and Employment
  • Family Law
  • Professional Liability
  • Personal Injury
  • Executive Compensation
  • Harassment
  • Employment Contracts
  • Family and Medical Leave Act
  • Human Resources Law
  • Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA)
  • Harassment
  • Whistleblower Litigation
  • Qui Tam Litigation
  • Work Permits
  • Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, B.A., 1991; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, 10.0 Perfect Score on AVVO; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, Numerous Multi-Million Dollar Employment Law Verdicts.; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, Top Rated by SuperLawyer; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, 10.0 Perfect Score on AVVO; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, Numerous Multi-Million Dollar Employment Law Verdicts.; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, Top Rated by SuperLawyer, 1990; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, 10.0 Perfect Score on AVVO, 1990; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, Numerous Multi-Million Dollar Employment Law Verdicts., 1990; Université de Droit, Marseille, France, Top Rated by SuperLawyer
Law School Attended:
Dickinson School of Law, J.D., 1994
Year of First Admission:
1995
Admission:
1995, New York; 1996, New Jersey; 1996, Pennsylvania; U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania; 2019, Florida; 2020, California; 2007, District of Columbia
Memberships:
New York State Trial Lawyers; National Employment Lawyers Association; NELA/NY. NELY/Philadelphia
Languages:
French and English and Spanish
Birth Information:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reported Cases:
Kaptan v Danchig, 19 A.D.3d 456; 796 N.Y.S.2d 706, 2005; Rosario v. Universal Truck & Trailer serv., 7 A.D.3d 306, 779 N.Y.S.2d 1, 2004 N.Y. App. Div.; Sohan v. Long Island College Hosp., 282 A.D.2d 597, 723 N.Y.S.2d 384, 2001 N.Y. App. Div.; S&T Bank v. Spectrum Cabinet Sales, 247 A.D.2d 373, 668 N.Y.S.2d 641, 1998 N.Y. App. Div.; Speight v. City of New York, 309 A.D.2d 501, 765 N.Y.S.2d 28, 2003 N.Y. App. Div.; Graham v. Neutrogena, New York Law Journal, January 4, 2000.
ISLN:
910712604

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