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Derek Smith Law Group, PLLCManaging Partner
mr Derek Todd Smith
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mr Derek Todd Smith

4.2
22 reviews

One Pennsylvania Plaza, Suite 4905, New York, NY 10119 + 4 locations

Discrimination, Employment Law, Sexual Harassment and 42 more

About mr Derek Todd Smith

Derek Smith, a leading advocate for victims of sexual harassment and discrimination, brings over 28 years of experience to your case. Driven by a passion for justice, he and his team of dedicated attorneys have secured over $300 million in settlements and verdicts for clients across New York, California, Philadelphia, Miami, 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 and 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 municipal 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 929-578-6512 and let us help you achieve the justice you deserve.

 

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Great firm, provided professional, unbiased advice.

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Posted by Alessandra
September 16, 2025
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Stay away from this Law Firm at all costs. They unjustly dumped me after almost 1 year of representation for no reason. The attorney who was assigned to me is the WORST. Weak, inexperienced, lacks thick skin. Only been an attorney for 1 year and it shows badly. They always want to be in control of you. You cannot speak up and disagree because they get easily offended and will blind side you by terminating you. One of their horrible partners bullied and threatened my husband and I. He actually threatened me with a lawsuit if I was honest and wrote bad reviews about him and his firm. I’ve been out of work for almost a year and a half now. Suffering from serious depression, anxiety, etc.They obviously do not care about me the client, they just want the easy breezy cases. They led me on for almost a year telling me that I had a great case, etc. They could not handle my husband, because just like I, did not agree or want to accept their assessment of things. You cannot speak your mind with

 
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Areas of Law

  • Labor and Employment 8
    • Discrimination
    • Sexual Harassment
    • Employment Contracts
    • Family and Medical Leave Act
    • Human Resources Law
    • Wage and Hour Law
    • Whistleblower Litigation
    • Wrongful Termination
  • Harassment
  • Personal Injury 1
    • Sexual Abuse
  • Other 35
    • Employment Law
    • Age Discrimination in Employment
    • Employer Liability
    • Employment Breach of Contract
    • Employment Civil Rights
    • Employment Claims
    • Employment Class Actions
    • Employment Discrimination
    • Employment Litigation
    • Employment Mediation
    • Employment Rights
    • Employment Terminiation
    • Employment at Will
    • Equal Employment Opportunity Law
    • Executive Employment Law
    • Executive Severance Contracts
    • Fair Employment Practices
    • Fair Labor Standards
    • Federal Employment Law
    • International Employment Contracts
    • Minimum Wage Law
    • National Origin Discrimination
    • Negligent Hiring
    • Noncompete Litigation
    • Noncompetition and Non-Solicitation Agreements
    • Pregnancy Discrimination
    • Prevailing Wage Litigation
    • Public Sector Employment Law
    • Restrictive Covenants
    • Title VII Discrimination
    • WARN Act
    • Wage and Hour Class Actions
    • Workplace Violence
    • Child Sexual Abuse
    • Clergy Sexual Misconduct

Practice Details

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    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
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Dickinson School of Law
    Class of 1994
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
    Class of 1991
    B.A.

    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
    Class of 1990
    Top Rated by SuperLawyer

    Université de Droit, Marseille, France
    Class of 1990
    10.0 Perfect Score on AVVO

    Université de Droit, Marseille, France
    Class of 1990
    Numerous Multi-Million Dollar Employment Law Verdicts.

    Université de Droit, Marseille, France
    Top Rated by SuperLawyer
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1969
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Managing Partner at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC
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One Pennsylvania Plaza, Suite 4905New York, NY 10119U.S.A.

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1835 Market Street, Suite 2950Philadelphia, PA 19103U.S.A.

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520 Brickell Key Drive, Suite O-301Miami, FL 33131U.S.A.

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73 Forest Lake DriveHewitt, NJ 07421U.S.A.

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U.S. Bank Tower, 633 W 5th Street, Suite 3250Los Angeles, CA 90071U.S.A.

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1835 Market Street, Suite 2950Philadelphia, PA 19103U.S.A.

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Miami, FL

520 Brickell Key Drive, Suite O-301Miami, FL 33131U.S.A.

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Hewitt, NJ

73 Forest Lake DriveHewitt, NJ 07421U.S.A.

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Los Angeles, CA

U.S. Bank Tower, 633 W 5th Street, Suite 3250Los Angeles, CA 90071U.S.A.

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    mr Derek Todd Smith was admitted in 1995 to the State of New York.
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    mr Derek Todd Smith is the Managing Partner of the firm.

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