Thomas A. Shumaker, II

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Thomas A. Shumaker, II: Attorney with Employment Law Virginia
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

I have over 20 years of experience with EEOC and Department of Labor investigations. In addition, I have successfully litigated claims under Title VII, ADA, FMLA, breach of employment contract, ADEA, and whistleblower laws, either as first-chair, second chair or supervising attorney.

Familiar with all employment law statutes, including:

-Wages including overtime pay pursuant to FLSA;

-Wrongful discharge claims;

-Drafting employee handbooks & revising to keep current with changing laws and regulations; -Race and sex harassment under EEOC regulations, Title VII and state law;

-Accommodating employees with disabilities pursuant to the ADA;

-Leave pursuant to the FMLA;

-Employment of reservists in compliance with USERRA;

-Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA).

-Drafting and negotiating contracts, such as employment, independent contractor, non-compete, and severance agreements;

-Training on best practices to avoid harassment/discrimination lawsuits

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Areas of Practice (18)

  • Labor and Employment
  • Administrative Law
  • Affirmative Action
  • Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Appellate Practice
  • Arbitration
  • Breach of Contract
  • Discrimination
  • Employee Benefits
  • Employment Contracts
  • Human Resources Law
  • Military Law
  • Personal Injury
  • Sexual Harassment
  • Wage and Hour Law
  • Whistleblower Litigation
  • Workers Compensation
  • Wrongful Termination

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
United States Naval Academy, B.S., Cum laude; Burke Scholarship Award for Academic Excellence;, 1986
Law School Attended:
University of Pittsburgh, J.D., Cum laude; Executive Editor, University of Pittsburgh Law Review, 1994
Year of First Admission:
1994
Admission:
1994, Pennsylvania; 1995, U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, 3rd Circuit; 2005, Virginia
Military:
Infantry Officer, USMC, 1986-1991; Military Police, USMCR, 1992-2000
ISLN:
910099873

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (9 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 05/13/22 in Wrongful Termination

    Great lawyer involving any issue for employment law.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/13/22 in Labor and Employment

    excellent lawyer in all material respects. great knowledge of subject matter and excellent tactically

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 06/10/22 in Labor and Employment

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 06/02/22 in Employment Contracts

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 06/02/22 in Labor and Employment

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 05/13/22 in Labor and Employment

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/13/22 in Labor and Employment

    Although Thomas has counselled me personally in areas of employment law, I do not have an abundance of transactions with him over the years. I best know him as a competitive tennis player.

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Counsel on 05/27/22 in Labor and Employment

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  • 3.8/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/16/22 in Labor and Employment

    Tom came from an in-house role and is newish to private practice. Tom is a smart guy and he is a pleasure to deal with.

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948-204-2027  Phone

www.ernestlawgroup.net

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