Brooklyn Gender Discrimination Attorney

Every employee in Brooklyn and across New York has the right to work in an environment free from discrimination based on gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Unfortunately, many employees continue to experience unfair treatment, harassment, and hostile work environments rooted in outdated stereotypes and unlawful behavior. At Greenberg Gross LLP, our gender discrimination attorneys are dedicated to holding employers accountable and providing legal representation to individuals who have been discriminated against due to their gender, gender expression, or perceived sexual orientation.

Federal law, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, and the New York State Human Rights Law both prohibit discrimination in the workplace based on a person’s actual or perceived gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. These legal protections apply regardless of whether a person identifies as male, female, transgender, nonbinary, or another gender identity. Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms, including termination, demotion, denied promotions, unequal pay, or differential treatment in job assignments and evaluations.

Understanding Gender and Sexual Orientation Discrimination

Discrimination can affect employees based on many factors. Gender discrimination involves unfair treatment due to a person’s sex or gender identity. It may also involve disparate treatment based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions. Sexual orientation discrimination occurs when an employee is treated differently because they identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or otherwise. In many instances, employees face discrimination not because of their actual sexual orientation but because of a perceived sexual orientation or gender expression that others stereotype or misunderstand.

These forms of employment discrimination often occur alongside sexual harassment, creating hostile work environments where employees feel unsafe or devalued. Our attorneys provide legal guidance and representation for clients who have endured such treatment and are ready to assert their rights. We represent individuals at all levels of employment and in a wide range of industries.

Filing a Claim for Gender-Based Workplace Discrimination

Filing a claim begins by understanding your legal rights under both state and federal law. Our firm assists clients in documenting instances of unlawful conduct, identifying witnesses, and preserving evidence for legal proceedings. We represent workers in state and federal courts, before administrative agencies, and in private dispute resolution settings.

Discrimination claims can involve overt acts such as being fired after disclosing your gender identity, or more subtle actions like being excluded from meetings, passed over for promotions, or subjected to demeaning comments. Our attorneys have a proven track record of holding employers accountable when they fail to treat employees fairly.

We also represent individuals who experience retaliation after reporting workplace discrimination or requesting accommodations. Retaliation is itself unlawful, and we aggressively pursue justice for clients who are punished for standing up for themselves or others.

Representing Workers Across New York City

Greenberg Gross LLP provides legal services to employees throughout Brooklyn and New York City. We handle claims of gender discrimination, sexual orientation discrimination, and gender identity discrimination with professionalism and determination. Our attorneys understand the deep personal impact that discrimination can have—not just on your career, but on your emotional well-being and sense of dignity.

We support clients facing discrimination in hiring, promotion, pay, or daily interactions at work. Our practice includes advocating for transgender employees, those misgendered by colleagues or supervisors, and anyone who is part of a protected category under New York law. Whether you are facing overt hostility or more covert forms of unfair treatment, our firm is ready to help.

Schedule a Confidential Consultation Today

If you have experienced gender discrimination, sexual harassment, or any form of workplace inequality, you may have grounds to pursue legal action. Greenberg Gross LLP offers a confidential consultation to discuss your case, explain your legal options, and help you determine the best way forward.

We believe in protecting the rights of workers and ensuring every person is treated fairly, regardless of their gender, orientation, or identity. Our attorneys are here to support your claim, guide you through the legal process, and advocate for justice on your behalf.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifies as gender discrimination?

Gender discrimination includes any unfair treatment based on your gender, including being paid less, denied promotions, or fired because of your identity. It can also involve derogatory comments, exclusion, or unequal opportunities.

Am I protected if I’m discriminated against based on perceived gender or orientation?

Yes. Legal protections cover actual and perceived sexual orientation or gender identity. Even if assumptions are incorrect, discrimination on that basis is still unlawful.

What can I recover in a discrimination claim?

You may be entitled to compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, and in some cases, punitive damages. Our attorneys will help assess what’s available in your situation.

Can I sue if I was retaliated against for reporting discrimination?

Yes. Retaliation is illegal under both state and federal laws. If your employer makes your work environment worse after you report discrimination, you may have an additional claim.