Mr. Eric Lee Pines, Esq.

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Biography

Eric Pines isn't just a lawyer, he is a true insider who understands the federal system from the bottom up. As a former federal employee and the current Chief Counsel for the world’s largest federal union local, he has dedicated his career to protecting the people who keep our government running. He currently acts as in-house counsel for over fifty thousand employees across agencies like FEMA, the DOD, and the VA. Eric is a formidable litigator who recently secured a massive $16.5 million settlement for FEMA employees over unpaid overtime. Whether he is fighting a whistleblower case or helping VA medical staff navigate complex regulations, his passion is clear, especially when it comes to securing reasonable accommodations for disabled employees or handling OPM disability retirement. Beyond the courtroom, Eric has served as a mediator for the Library of Congress and an expert witness in federal court. With offices in Houston, Baltimore, and Atlanta, Eric leads a firm focused on results. When he’s off the clock, he’s a dedicated family man who enjoys playing rock guitar, hitting the ice for a hockey game, or going for a long run.

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Areas of Practice (21)

  • Federal Employment Law
  • Social Security Disability
  • Federal Employee Disability Representation
  • Adverse Actions
  • Federal Reasonable Accommodation Attorney
  • MSPB Representation
  • EEO Cases
  • VA Federal Employees
  • Federal Union Representation
  • Federal Whistleblower Defense
  • Title 5 Employees
  • OPM Disability Retirement Attorney
  • Title 38 Hybrid Employees
  • Federal Employee Lawyer
  • Federal Employee Attorney
  • Federal Employee Reasonable Accommodation Lawyer
  • Title 38 Employees (Medical Professionals)
  • Federal Employee Reasonable Accommodation Attorney
  • Title 38 Federal Employee Attorney
  • Title 38 Federal Employment Lawyer
  • OPM Disability Retirement Lawyer

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of California at Los Angeles, B.A., History, 1992
Law School Attended:
Loyola Law School, J.D., 1995
Year of First Admission:
1996
Admission:
1996, California; 2005, Maryland; 2010, Texas; United States District Court for the District of Columbia; United States District Court for the District of Maryland; United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Memberships:
State Bar of Texas; State Bar of California; State Bar of Maryland; National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA).
Languages:
Spanish
ISLN:
913978298

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Fixed Hourly Rates
$250 - $525/hr
Contingency Fee
25% - 40%
Other Information
Free initial consultation

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (21 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/01/26 in Labor and Employment

    Eric is an honest and empathetic attorney who works tirelessly to advocate for his clients. He has a strong understanding of federal employment law and knows how to position those he represents for the best possible outcomes. Responsive and professio... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/30/26 in Labor and Employment

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other on 04/22/26 in Labor and Employment

    Eric is the consummate professional. He has developed a highly specialized, niche practice that gives each of its clients highly tailored advice specific to that individual. Eric strikes me as highly motivated, determined to service his client's... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 04/22/26 in Labor and Employment

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 04/22/26 in Labor and Employment

    I’ve known Eric professionally for over 20 years and have turned to him whenever I have had a question concerning federal employment and Social Security disability matters. Eric is invariably informative and insightful. Where Eric really stands out,... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Founder on 04/22/26 in Labor and Employment

    Eric Pines is an outstanding attorney. Indeed, he is among the rare breed of lawyers -- he is an extraordinary technician who also has authentic compassion for the personal well-being of his clients. Eric is not just a problem solver; he is a "... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Counsel on 04/21/26 in Labor and Employment

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Counsel on 04/21/26 in Commercial Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/21/26 in Labor and Employment

    Eric is an excellent attorney with high ethical standards. He is an expert in his field and is zealous advocate for all his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/20/26 in Labor and Employment

    I have referred clients to Attorney Pines and they have been impressed with his knowledge and care towards their cases.

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Avvo Client Review
4.9/5.0 (54 reviews)
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5.0/5.0 (2 reviews)
Client Champion

This firm is truly the top SSDI and OPM Disability firm I have dealt with. I cannot speak more highly of my experience. From the first contact to the full representation of the case and my successful...

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