Atty. Ian Scharfman

Atty. Ian Scharfman

Ian Scharfman is a passionate advocate for his clients' rights and understands that each client's situation is of utmost importance to that client. Employees in Houston and throughout the surrounding areas call on this firm for high-quality counsel and representation in all their legal workplace concerns.

Houston Houston 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Ian Scharfman at a glance

Ian Scharfman is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at The Scharfman Law Firm, PLLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Texas (1993). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1993) and Emory University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Texas Board of Legal Specialization Labor and Employment Law Exam Commission. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ian Scharfman is a passionate advocate for his clients' rights and understands that each client's situation is of utmost importance to that client
  • Employees in Houston and throughout the surrounding areas call on this firm for high-quality counsel and representation in all their legal workplace concerns
  • Conveniently located in the Greenway Plaza area, this law firm accepts cases throughout Texas and nationwide
  • The firm's focus is employment law, and the firm represents clients before state and federal trial courts, appellate courts and agencies
  • With over 30 years of legal experience, he has gained success and recognition in a wide range of employment law cases
  • Mr. Scharfman has received a number of accolades based on peer review
  • He is: Repeatedly named as one of "The Best Lawyers in America" in 2012-2019 by Best Lawyers (in America), which is by Levine Leichtman Capital Partners
  • Repeatedly named a "Super Lawyer," in 2003-2005, 2008-2018, which recognition is a Thomson Reuters Service
  • Repeatedly named as one of Houston's "Top Lawyers" in 2005-2007, 2011, 2013-2016 by H Texas Magazine. "AV" rated by Martindale-Hubbell (the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards.)He is also board certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Practice Areas Explained

Ian Scharfman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ian Scharfman 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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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ian Scharfman

Where is Ian Scharfman's law office located?
Ian Scharfman's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is The Scharfman Law Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ian Scharfman handle?
Ian Scharfman focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, discrimination, sexual harassment, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Ian Scharfman practiced law?
Ian Scharfman has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Ian Scharfman go to law school?
Ian Scharfman earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Ian Scharfman for a consultation?
You can contact Ian Scharfman 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 Ian Scharfman received?
Ian Scharfman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Administrative Agency Practice Administrative Hearings and Appeals Administrative Litigation Affirmative Action Age Discrimination Age Discrimination In Employment Americans with Disabilities Act Arbitration Breach of Contract Civil Appeals Civil Fraud Civil Litigation Confidentiality Agreements Contract Fraud Covenants Not To Compete Deferred Compensation Disability Discrimination Discrimination Employee Benefits Litigation Employee Compensation Employee Discipline Employee Drug Testing Employee Leasing Employee Privacy Employee Rights Employee Stock Ownership Plans Employer Intentional Torts Employer Liability Employer Rights Employment Arbitration Employment At Will Employment Breach Of Contract Employment Civil Rights Employment Claims Employment Class Actions Employment Contracts Employment Disability Discrimination Employment Discrimination Employment Law Employment Litigation Employment Mediation Employment Rights Employment Termination Equal Employment Opportunity Law Equity Compensation ERISA ERISA Litigation Executive Compensation Executive Employment Law Executive Severance Contracts Executive Transfers Fair Employment Practices Fair Labor Standards Family and Medical Leave Act Federal Civil Litigation Federal Civil Practice Federal Employment Law Federal Practice Gender Discrimination Government Agency Practice Harassment Human Resources Law Intentional Torts International Employment Contracts Mediation Minimum Wage Law National Origin Discrimination Negligent Hiring Non Compete Litigation Noncompetition And Non Solicitation Agreements Outsourcing Personnel Policies Prevailing Wage Litigation Public Sector Employment Law Race Discrimination Reductions In Force Restrictive Covenants Retaliatory Discharge Sex Discrimination Sexual Harassment Title VII Discrimination Uniformed Services Employment And Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) Wage and Hour Law WARN Act Whistleblower Litigation Wrongful Termination

Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 1993
B.A.
Emory University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1993

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