Louis Pechman - Profile

Louis Pechman represents clients in federal and state courts as well as government agencies in various aspects of workplace law, such as employment discrimination, litigation involving sexual harassment, union-management interactions, employment agreements, restrictive covenants, independent contractor concerns, and disputes over overtime and compensation. With more than four decades of experience in labor and employment law, Lou provides practical advice to both individual employees and employers on enhancing the employment dynamic and, when necessary, terminating the relationship. Recognized by his peers, he has been featured in The Best Lawyers in America and named a New York Super Lawyer for his work in Labor and Employment Law since 2006. He holds an AV-Preeminent rating for Ethical Standards from Martindale-Hubbell and a 10.0 Superb Rating from Avvo. Lou is a Fellow of the American Bar Association, an honor bestowed upon only 1% of attorneys who have exhibited exceptional accomplishments and commitment to the highest standards of the legal profession. Pechman Law Group PLLC has been distinguished by U.S. News’ Best Law Firms as a Tier 1 law firm in Employment Law for Individuals and Labor Law for Management. Previously recognized as one of the “Top 100” lawyers in New York City by Super Lawyers, Lou is a leading authority in wage and hour law in New York, having litigated more than 300 cases in federal and state courts involving claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and the New York Labor Law. He is the creator of waiterpay.com, a platform dedicated to addressing the intricate wage and hour matters in the New York restaurant sector. Mr. Pechman presently serves as an Adjunct Professor at Fordham University School of Law, where he teaches the course “Wage Theft: Employee Rights and Employer Responsibilities.” He is a former Chair of the New York County Lawyers’ Association Committee on Labor Relations.