Eric L. Siegel

Eric L. Siegel is a seasoned trial attorney with over 30 years of experience litigating complex civil rights, employment, and business cases. He represents individuals and businesses in matters ranging from workplace discrimination to commercial and real estate disputes, earning trust through clear communication and a deep commitment to client advocacy.

Eric earned his BA – Bachelor of Arts from Tufts University in 1986, followed by a JD – Juris Doctor from the University of California at Los Angeles School of Law in 1989. He is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia, Maryland, New York, and several federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals.

Eric began his legal career at the U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division. He also served a nonprofit that supports veterans denied disability benefits. His passion for justice is rooted in standing up for everyday Americans and veterans who have been wronged, ensuring their voices are heard and rights protected.

Eric focuses on a broad range of litigation, including civil rights violations, workplace retaliation, disability rights claims, whistleblower lawsuits, and False Claims Act cases. His business background strengthens his litigation work in real estate, commercial construction, and financial disputes, providing clients with a strategic and practical edge.

Eric is widely recognized in the legal field. He holds a 10.0 Avvo Rating and has been named among the Best Lawyers (2023) and Expertise.com’s Best Real Estate Attorneys in Washington, DC (2022). He received the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating for professional excellence and was included in TopVerdict.com’s Top 100 Jury Verdicts in Labor & Employment for 2022.

Eric L. Siegel works directly with each client and handles every case with integrity, persistence, and care. From the courtroom to negotiation, his decades of experience and trusted reputation help ensure that every client gets strong, skilled representation with a personal touch.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Attorney, Eric Siegel Law, PLLC
• Member, U.S. Supreme Court
• Member, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia
• Member, Fourth Federal Circuit
• Member, Fifth Federal Circuit
• Member, U.S. District Courts for the District of Columbia
• Member, Northern and Southern Districts of New York
• Member, U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals
• Member, U.S. Court of Claims
• Member, Bar Association of the District of Columbia
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Maryland
• New York

Education

• UCLA School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Tufts University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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