Atty. Lars C. Golumbic

Atty. Lars C. Golumbic

Lars Golumbic serves as the co-chair of the firm’s Litigation Practice. His ERISA litigation practice includes the defense of “excessive fee” and ESOP class actions brought against plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and service providers.

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About Lars C. Golumbic at a glance

Lars C. Golumbic is a employment and litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Groom Law Group Chartered. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1998) and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (MA, 1994). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA, Washington (D.C.) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lars Golumbic serves as the co-chair of the firm’s Litigation Practice
  • His ERISA litigation practice includes the defense of “excessive fee” and ESOP class actions brought against plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and service providers
  • Lars also represents health plan sponsors and health insurers in actions brought under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act
  • Additionally, Lars defends plan trustees, fiduciaries, companies and their board members, and service providers in Department of Labor investigations and enforcement proceedings instituted by the federal agency
  • He has appeared in dozens of federal courts across the country as part of his active ERISA litigation practice
  • While the focus of Lars’ national practice is in ERISA litigation, Lars also represents plan fiduciaries and other stakeholders in matters concerning plan funding, restructuring, withdrawal liability, and plan termination
  • Lars serves as a member of the firm’s Executive Committee

Practice Areas Explained

Lars C. Golumbic's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 andnue, 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 Lars C. Golumbic

Where is Lars C. Golumbic's law office located?
Lars C. Golumbic's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Groom Law Group Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lars C. Golumbic handle?
Lars C. Golumbic focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
Where did Lars C. Golumbic go to law school?
Lars C. Golumbic earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (MA, 1994); (BA, 1990).
How can I contact Lars C. Golumbic for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lars C. Golumbic received?
Lars C. Golumbic's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA, Washington (D.C.); Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA; Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA, Washington (D.C.).

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1998
MA
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1994
BA
Northwestern University
- 1990

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA, Washington (D.C.)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA, Washington (D.C.)
- 2019

Bar Admissions

Virginia, Virginia State Bar
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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