Elisabeth Pearson

Elisabeth Pearson is an attorney with Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC in New York City. Her practice focuses on employment law and protecting employees’ rights in disputes with employers. She works on matters involving workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour claims, and protected leave. Her work involves navigating employee protections while helping clients understand the legal options available after workplace problems.

Pearson earned a B.A. in History, magna cum laude, from George Washington University and a J.D. from New York Law School, where she received a Trustee Award Scholarship. During law school, she participated in the Legal Association for Women and the Small Business and Non-Profit Clinic. Her studies and clinical experience provided a foundation in advocacy, legal analysis, and practical representation.

Before concentrating on employment cases, she handled civil litigation in New York Civil Court and New York Supreme Court. That experience introduced her to New York City courtroom procedures, dispute preparation, and litigation strategy. She applies this background to employee-side claims involving alleged harassment, discrimination, wage violations, family and medical leave, and retaliation in the workplace.

Pearson was admitted to the New York Bar in 2025. Her combination of clinical training and courtroom practice informs the attention she gives to employee rights and the procedures needed to advance a claim. Elisabeth Pearson represents individuals dealing with consequential workplace disputes and focuses on clear advocacy, careful preparation, and pursuing legal remedies under applicable employment protections.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• New York Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• George Washington University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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