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Employment & Whistleblower Lawyers

Our mission is to give people the same high-quality legal representation​ that corporations have at large law firms.

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Experienced Trial Lawyers on Your Side

You are not alone. At The Howley Law Firm, we care about you. We will listen to you. We will help you make smart decisions. We will fight for your rights to compensation and justice.

Our lawyers have helped clients recover millions of dollars for sexual harassment, discrimination, and unpaid wages. Call us today to find out how we can help you.

Practice Areas

Employment Litigation

We have represented clients in some of the largest and most important cases, including an $80M settlement in a discrimination class action. We've won millions of dollars for healthcare professionals, employees of large corporations, live-in nannies, and restaurant workers.

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Whistleblower Rewards

Every year, the government pays hundreds of millions of dollars to whistleblowers who help stop fraud, waste, and abuse in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Whistleblowers are also entitled to significant legal protections.

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Why Choose The Howley Law Firm?

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Experience

We give individuals the same high-quality legal representation that corporations have. For 20 years, we've represented companies such as Pfizer, Texaco, Citibank, and Sony as a partner in a large corporate law firm. We worked with the smartest lawyers in the country and argued in the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Commitment

We accept serious cases from serious clients, which means every case receives our full attention. Whether we are representing an individual client in a sexual harassment case, or hundreds of clients in a prevailing wage class action, we are dedicated to giving you the same high-quality, aggressive representation that corporations get at large law firms.
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Compassion

We understand that more than your legal rights are at stake. You also need to protect your reputation and your career. We help you understand your rights and all of your options. And if we are not the right lawyers for you, we will help you find the best lawyer for your case.

Client Testimonials

John Howley and his firm helped better the quality of my life overall because of what they did for me and my family! Their support, responsiveness, transparency, and high-quality service are the reasons I have peace in my life. I recommend him and his firm to anyone in need.
Sarah Novio​
John helped me with an issue I had been dealing with for over a year. I had seen a few lawyers. John was empathetic with me right off the bat. He was professional beyond compare and got the matter handled so much faster than I expected. Great guy to have on your side.​
Nick Lawing​
He was attentive, fully understood my issue, made a recommendation that was in my best interest, and saw the negotiation through to the end. His professionalism and empathy are things I had not experienced in an attorney before. For top notch counsel, call John Howley.​
Stephanie Therese​
Expert Advice! John Howley was very accommodating and helpful in listening and addressing my concerns. I trust him with his expert advice and I know that he has my best interest always. He is also very responsive and attends to my concerns immediately. We deserve more lawyers like John Howley!
Emilie Onlengco
I am very grateful to John Howley for his constant hard work and dedication to my situation. He is very professional yet personable at the same time. I highly recommend the law offices of John Howley.
Karen Tranchina
John takes a hands-on approach to handling cases. Because of his thorough preparation, he knew the intimate details of the case and appreciated the different issues raised. He was also a creative advocate and an effective communicator with the ability to dissect and address complex issues in a clear and logical fashion.
Antonino Roman
John is an accomplished lawyer who achieves outstanding results for his clients. He is aggressive, dedicated and extremely thorough.
Robert Georges
John is a wonderful attorney. He is very intelligent and understands the big picture.
Glenn Slavin
I hired Mr. Howley last year and I must say that this man is talented. However my biggest compliment to him would be his patience. It felt great to have someone in my corner that was competent and able to produce results. Thank you!
Wanda W.
He resolved my case in less than two months by proving his professionalism, expertise and intelligence. He is one of the greatest persons I have ever met. I am glad I found Mr. John for my case. I highly recommend him.
Sami A.
John is a true advocate. He is a gifted communicator and, as such, never fails to connect with his target audience. Perhaps his most outstanding quality is how he embraces his client’s cause as his when he takes on a case.
A.R.
One could not ask for a more supportive, knowledgeable lawyer. John was there for me 100% every time I needed him.
Sophie Rosenoer
Highly recommended. John and his team are efficient and knowledgeable. I'm grateful for the team's assistance and immediate action on my case.
Maricar Rondina
Friendly but professional during the entire lawyer-client relationship. John is reliable, service oriented and capable of producing desirable results.
Bob Govico
Very Kind hearted and compassionate. Many lawyers often lack empathy, but his genuine concern for my case and well being was very uplifting and encouraging. While other offices offered me very little help, John extended himself to ensure I receive quality legal advice.
Aisha Vargas
I have known John Howley for more than 25 years, including many years when he was a partner in a well-known national law firm. Since forming his own law firm, John has been doing the same brilliant work for individuals that he used to do for Fortune 500 companies. Whenever anyone asks me to recommend a lawyer, the first name I think of is John Howley.
David Copeland
Mr. Howley is an effective and highly experienced attorney. His knowledge of the law coupled with his pure intellectual ability makes him an effective advocate.
Steve Newman
John was extremely patient and helped me explore all of my options before I made any kind of decisions. Together, we were able to find the best solutions to some of the issues that I had with my former employer and he made sure that every step we took was fair and in my favor. I was so lucky to have worked with him and would work with him again anytime.
Robinson P.
John is a very attentive individual and it was a pleasure working with him. His knowledge of litigation is very thorough and he simplified the process for me. I wholeheartedly recommend his legal services.
S.H.
John is intelligent and passionate. Whenever I talk to him, his focus is on getting the best result for his client. Whenever I need a lawyer to represent me at trial or in a dispute, the first call I make is to John Howley.
D.C.
John Howley has been one of the best lawyers I have met. He listened carefully and was very detailed in all aspects. Everything has been a success. Thank you, John!
O.R.
John's professionalism and empathy was something I had not experienced in an attorney previously and it's impressive. John worked with me to the outcome I was hoping for and I am extremely grateful. If you need top notch counsel, definitely speak with John Howley.
Stephanie Therese
The Howley Law Firm is what my family and I would consider the best there is in New York. They helped my father reach a settlement for his case in a professional and timely manner. Mr. Howley is a reliable and hospitable man throughout his work with us and we highly recommend him to anyone.
Justin Yulo
John is very responsive, very patient, explains all the steps that need to be followed. I will gladly recommend your services to any of my family and friends that may ever need it. Thank you!
Joanna Delos Reyes
John is an incredible attorney, possessing compassion towards his clients and depth in his understanding and application of the law. He is what I consider an expert especially in employment and whistleblower cases. Overall, he is a walking encyclopedia of knowledge and a very successful, results-driven attorney.
Maggi Maksoud
John excels at the two most important characteristics for an attorney: Excellent legal skills and utmost integrity. John is scrupulously honest and doggedly determined to achieve the best result possible for the client. I would trust him with any legal matter.
Mark Beckman
John is an extraordinarily skilled and experienced trial lawyer. He is highly respected by the defense attorneys and prosecutors he faces off against. John gets results for his clients. As a former client I am totally satisfied with his representation. I have referred many colleagues, friends and family members to him with the utmost trust and confidence that they are in good hands.
Michael O’C.
John Howley is efficient and knowledgeable. He gives you realistic expectations and wastes no time. Mr. Howley is amazing and a great person to have on your legal team.
S.J.
John Howley is very knowledgeable and spends time to explain and answer all your questions. He will go through all the steps and tell you exactly what to expect. I’m really grateful to have had Mr. Howley as my lawyer. I highly recommend him to anyone that may need his services.
T.B.
John Howley is highly recommended! He is very responsive and detailed and will explain to you clearly everything. He listens to your concerns attentively and makes you feel important and that what makes him a very very good and respected lawyer! God bless your heart Attorney Howley! Thank you so much.
Seadoo Skipper
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