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Washington, D.C. Federal Age Discrimination lawyers

Fighting for Victims of Age Discrimination in Northern Virginia and Southern Maryland

Federal law protects older workers who are subject to discriminatory treatment because of their age. Certain states and the District of Columbia expand these protections, making it unlawful to discriminate on the basis of how old or young a worker is. These protections apply both in the workplace and during the hiring process.

You deserve to be treated fairly and evaluated based on your qualifications and performance, not your age. If you believe your employer is treating you differently because you are older or younger than your peers, Pitre & Associates, LLC is ready to help.

 Our Washington, D.C. age discrimination lawyers have over 15 years of experience and have secured over $1 million in compensatory damages and legal fees. We are prepared to assist you throughout the discrimination claims process and will do everything we can to secure a just result.  


Schedule a free initial consultation by calling (202) 759-6544 or contacting us online. Se habla español.


How Federal Age Discrimination Laws Differ from State Laws

Unlike some other categories of discrimination, federal law does not completely prohibit age discrimination. The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 forbids age discrimination when the victim is 40 years of age or older. In other words, younger employees who experience age discrimination are not necessarily protected at the federal level.

States and territories are free to institute stronger protections, however, and several have. The District of Columbia and Maryland have laws that specify age discrimination is illegal, no matter the worker’s or candidate’s age. Virginia does not have such a law, meaning only older workers and candidates are protected from age discrimination in that state.

Why Choose Pitre & Associates?

  • Expertise

    Our attorneys bring over 15 years of experience in federal employment law, specializing in complex legal matters like discrimination, wrongful termination, and whistleblower protections. We are committed to staying at the forefront of legal developments to provide the most effective strategies for our clients.

  • Results

    Our attorneys have successfully negotiated over 8 million dollars in compensatory awards and attorney fees for clients. We’ve also prevented the removal and/or suspension of several federal employees, demonstrating our ability to achieve favorable outcomes. See our News and Case Successes for more details.

  • Reputation

    Pitre & Associates, LLC and its attorneys have maintained an impeccable record with no complaints to the DC Bar or negative reports to the Better Business Bureau. Our reputation reflects our commitment to professionalism, ethical standards, and high-quality service for every client.

  • Reliability

    Pitre & Associates, LLC has built a reputation for trust, earning the confidence of nearly every client we represent. Our personalized approach makes clients feel valued, and we take great pride in achieving high levels of satisfaction by focusing on their unique needs and providing exceptional service.

Have You Experienced Age Discrimination? Contact Our Lawyers Today!

Legal remedies are available if you have suffered age discrimination, and our Washington, D.C. age discrimination lawyers are ready to fight for you every step of the way. Our team at Pitre & Associates, LLC can help you file a discrimination claim with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or your territory’s equivalent enforcement agency.

If you are younger than 40 and live in the District of Columbia or Maryland, you will need to file with your territory’s agency, as younger age discrimination victims are not protected at the federal level. If you live in Virginia, you can only file a claim on these grounds if you are at least 40 years old. We realize this can be confusing and can walk you through each stage of the process.

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