Atty. Robert Matisoff
Robert Matisoff is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, employee benefits, discrimination and 1 other area of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Discrimination & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 52+ Years Experience
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About Robert Matisoff at a Glance
Robert Matisoff is a Senior Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at O'Donoghue & O'Donoghue LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1974). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1974) and Harvard University (A.B., 1971). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Matisoff
- Robert Matisoff is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, employee benefits, discrimination and 1 other area of law
- Robert received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Robert practices at O'Donoghue & O'Donoghue LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Matisoff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Matisoff 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
Robert Matisoff is one of 6,861 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in District of Columbia →
Employment Law in Washington
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert Matisoff is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →
Civil Rights in Washington
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Robert Matisoff is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in District of Columbia →
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 Robert Matisoff
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 Robert Matisoff's practice in the field of wrongful termination, employment, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Matisoff brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, employment, and civil rights, Robert Matisoff 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 Robert Matisoff 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 Robert Matisoff Handles in Washington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Matisoff has experience with under District of Columbia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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