Atty. Alan Lescht

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.

Washington Washington 38 Years Experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

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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  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Lescht handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Contracts

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Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alan Lescht

Where is Alan Lescht's law office located?
Alan Lescht's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Alan Lescht & Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan Lescht handle?
Alan Lescht focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Alan Lescht practiced law?
Alan Lescht has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Alan Lescht go to law school?
Alan Lescht earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Alan Lescht for a consultation?
You can contact Alan Lescht directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Alan Lescht received?
Alan Lescht's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1987
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988
Florida
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
Maryland
Admitted: 1996

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