Brooklyn Employment Lawyer

Employment Attorney Serving Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn employers and employees face a complex web of federal, state, and city employment laws that govern hiring, compensation, workplace conditions, discrimination, termination, and post-employment obligations. Whether you are a business owner drafting employment agreements, an employee reviewing a severance package, or a professional negotiating the terms of a new position, you need an employment lawyer who understands the rules that apply in New York.

Agarunov Law Firm provides employment law services for Brooklyn businesses and professionals. We handle employment contract drafting and review, severance agreement negotiation, non-compete and restrictive covenant analysis, workplace policy development, and compliance with federal, state, and city employment regulations.

Our office at 30 Broad Street in Lower Manhattan is accessible from Brooklyn via the 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, F, or R trains. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your employment law needs.

Employment Law Services for Brooklyn Clients

Employment Contract Drafting and Review

Brooklyn businesses hiring employees, independent contractors, and executives need agreements that clearly define compensation, responsibilities, benefits, termination provisions, and any post-employment restrictions. We draft employment agreements tailored to the position and your business needs.

Severance and Separation Agreements

Brooklyn employees who receive severance offers should have the terms reviewed before signing. Severance agreements often include releases of legal claims, non-disparagement provisions, and non-compete clauses that limit your future options.

Non-Compete and Restrictive Covenant Analysis

Brooklyn employees and employers should understand that New York's approach to non-compete agreements has been evolving. Courts evaluate non-competes based on reasonableness of the geographic scope, duration, and whether the restriction protects a legitimate business interest.

Workplace Policies and Employee Handbooks

Brooklyn businesses with employees need written policies covering anti-harassment, anti-discrimination, leave, accommodation, and workplace safety. New York State and City require specific policies and training that must be updated regularly.

Wage and Hour Compliance

Brooklyn employers must comply with federal and state wage and hour laws governing minimum wage, overtime, tip credits, spread of hours pay, and frequency of payment. Misclassification of employees as independent contractors or exempt employees is one of the most common and costly compliance errors. We audit classifications and ensure your payroll practices comply with applicable law.

Workplace Discrimination and Harassment

Federal, New York State, and New York City laws prohibit workplace discrimination based on protected characteristics including race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and national origin. Brooklyn employers must maintain anti-discrimination policies, conduct required training, and respond promptly to complaints. We advise on prevention, investigation, and response.

What Brooklyn Employers and Employees Should Know

Brooklyn's diverse workforce spans technology, creative industries, food and beverage, healthcare, retail, and professional services. Each sector has specific employment law considerations, from tip credit rules in restaurants to intellectual property assignment clauses in technology companies. A generalist approach to employment law often misses industry-specific issues that matter.

New York City's employment laws provide protections beyond what federal and state law require. The NYC Human Rights Law covers more protected classes, applies to smaller employers, and imposes requirements around salary history, pay transparency, and accommodation that affect every Brooklyn business with employees.

Brooklyn employees who are asked to sign non-compete agreements should understand that enforceability in New York depends on whether the restriction is reasonable and protects a legitimate business interest. Many non-competes are broader than what courts will enforce.

Why Brooklyn Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides employment law services for Brooklyn businesses and employees.

• Employment contract drafting, review, and negotiation for employers and employees
• Severance and separation agreement review and negotiation
• Non-compete and restrictive covenant analysis and enforcement
• Accessible from Brooklyn via 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, F, or R trains
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey

How We Work With Employment Law Clients

• Step 1: Consultation. We discuss your employment situation, review any agreements or offers, and identify the legal issues. This consultation is free.
• Step 2: Review and Analysis. We analyze the relevant contracts, policies, or compliance issues and provide a clear assessment of your rights and options.
• Step 3: Action. We draft, negotiate, or revise agreements, develop compliant policies, or advise on the best course of action for your specific situation.
• Step 4: Ongoing Support. We remain available for future employment law questions, contract reviews, and compliance guidance.