Atty. Sonia Ruth Lin

Atty. Sonia Ruth Lin

Sonia Ruth Lin is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment discrimination, wage and hour law. Sonia received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 2001, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Washington Washington 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Sonia Ruth Lin at a glance

Sonia Ruth Lin is a discrimination, employment, and wage & hour attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in New York (2010). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Yale University (B.A., 2001). Active member of National Employment Lawyers Association Asian American Bar Association. Provides legal services in Chinese. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Sonia Ruth Lin is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment discrimination, wage and hour law
  • Sonia received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 2001, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Sonia practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Sonia Ruth Lin's Areas of Practice

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

Workplace Discrimination

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Employment Law

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

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Wage & Hour Disputes

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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 Sonia Ruth Lin

Where is Sonia Ruth Lin's law office located?
Sonia Ruth Lin's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sonia Ruth Lin handle?
Sonia Ruth Lin focuses on discrimination, employment, wage & hour. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Sonia Ruth Lin practiced law?
Sonia Ruth Lin has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
What languages does Sonia Ruth Lin speak?
Sonia Ruth Lin provides legal services in Chinese. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Sonia Ruth Lin go to law school?
Sonia Ruth Lin earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Sonia Ruth Lin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 2008
B.A.
Yale University
- 2001

Languages

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2010

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