Atty. Alan Lescht
Described by clients as "exceptional" and "a true lawyer's lawyer", Alan Lescht has long been recognized as one of the best employment lawyers in Washington, DC. Newsweek Magazine , Washingtonian Magazine , Super Lawyers and Top Ten Leaders Program have featured Alan as one of the top employment lawyers in Washington, DC.
Americans with Disabilities Act & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 38+ Years Experience
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About Alan Lescht at a Glance
Alan Lescht is a Shareholder based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Alan Lescht & Associates, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, and family law. Admitted to practice in New York (1988), Florida (1989), District of Columbia (1994), and Maryland (1996). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1987) and George Washington University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations District of Columbia Bar The Florida Bar Maryland State Bar Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan Lescht
- Described by clients as "exceptional" and "a true lawyer's lawyer", Alan Lescht has long been recognized as one of the best employment lawyers in Washington, DC
- Newsweek Magazine, Washingtonian Magazine, Super Lawyers and Top Ten Leaders Program have featured Alan as one of the top employment lawyers in Washington, DC
- Alan Lescht has been successfully litigating employment discrimination, civil rights, and commercial litigation cases for more than 25 years
- He is a founding partner of Alan Lescht and Associates, PC, where he oversees the firm's employment litigation and counseling practices
- Lescht has written extensively on employment law and been quoted in the Washington Post, Federal Employees News Digest, Lawyers.com, National Public Radio, CBS and ABC
- Mr. Lescht is an active member of the American Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar Association, the National Employment Lawyers Association, and the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association
- Mr. Lescht received a Bachelor of Arts degree, from George Washington University and he received a J.D. degree, from St. John's University
- Mr. Lescht practiced in New York with Dreyer & Traub and later with Reid & Priest, in New York and Washington, DC, before founding his firm
Practice Areas Explained
Alan Lescht's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Lescht handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Wrongful Termination in Washington
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Contracts in Washington
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Workplace Discrimination in Washington
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Sexual Harassment in Washington
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Family Law in Washington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Alan Lescht
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan Lescht's practice in the field of wrongful termination, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan Lescht brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, Florida, and District of Columbia, Alan Lescht can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, contracts, and discrimination, Alan Lescht can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Alan Lescht attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Alan Lescht Handles in Washington
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