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Sexual Harassment Attorney Manhattan Brooklyn

Your Career Shouldn't Cost Your Dignity

When workplace harassment threatens your livelihood, you need a sexual harassment attorney who fights as hard as Fortune 500 legal teams. We’ve recovered millions for victims across Manhattan and Brooklyn, including an $80 million discrimination class action.
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Why Harassers Fear Us

Supreme Court Litigator

Our lead attorney argued before the U.S. Supreme Court and brings that expertise to your case.

$80 Million Recovery

We secured one of the largest employment discrimination settlements in New York history.

No Win No Fee

You pay zero attorney fees unless we recover compensation for your harassment case.

Manhattan Brooklyn Sexual Harassment Cases

We Handle What Others Won't Touch

Sexual harassment destroys careers, relationships, and peace of mind. Whether you’re facing quid pro quo demands from supervisors, hostile work environment from coworkers, or retaliation for speaking up, we know how to win these cases. For 20 years, we represented Fortune 500 corporations like Pfizer, Citibank, and Sony in their biggest lawsuits. Now we use that same aggressive approach to fight for individuals who deserve equal representation. Every sexual harassment case gets our full attention because your career and dignity aren’t negotiable.
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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.
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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.
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One could not ask for a more supportive, knowledgeable lawyer. John was there for me 100% every time I needed him.
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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.
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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.
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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
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Mark Beckman
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Quid Pro Quo Attorney Manhattan

When Bosses Demand Sex for Job Security

Quid pro quo harassment happens when supervisors tie your job benefits to sexual compliance. Promotions, raises, better schedules, or even keeping your job becomes contingent on unwanted sexual conduct. This abuse of power violates federal and state laws. We’ve handled cases across Manhattan and Brooklyn involving executives, managers, and anyone with authority over employment decisions. The harassment often escalates when victims resist, making immediate legal intervention crucial. Documentation matters, but don’t wait for perfect evidence – we know how to build winning cases even when harassers try to cover their tracks.
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Sexual Misconduct Attorney Brooklyn NY

Toxic Workplaces That Cross Legal Lines

Hostile work environment harassment creates workplaces so toxic that reasonable people can’t perform their jobs effectively. This includes unwanted touching, sexual comments, inappropriate jokes, explicit materials, or any conduct that targets you because of your sex. Under New York City Human Rights Law, harassment doesn’t need to be “severe or pervasive” anymore – a significant advantage for victims. Even conduct that seems minor can be illegal if it’s unwelcome and sex-based. We handle cases involving coworkers, supervisors, customers, and third parties who create hostile work conditions in Brooklyn and Manhattan workplaces.
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Sexual Harassment Cases Process NYC

How We Build Winning Cases

Free Confidential Consultation

We listen to your situation and explain your legal options without any obligation or cost.

Strategic Evidence Gathering

We document witness statements, communications, and company records to build your strongest possible case.

Aggressive Legal Action

We pursue maximum compensation through strategic negotiations or trial litigation when necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a sexual harassment attorney cost in Manhattan?
We work exclusively on contingency fees, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we win your sexual harassment case. This allows you to access the same high-quality legal representation that Fortune 500 companies receive without any upfront costs. When we recover compensation through settlement or trial, our fee comes from that recovery. We also advance all case expenses like filing fees, expert witnesses, and depositions, so you’re never out-of-pocket. This arrangement ensures that financial concerns don’t prevent you from getting justice for workplace harassment.
New York recognizes two main types of sexual harassment: quid pro quo and hostile work environment. Quid pro quo occurs when supervisors condition job benefits like promotions, raises, or continued employment on sexual compliance. Hostile work environment involves unwelcome sexual conduct that interferes with your work performance or creates offensive working conditions. Under New York City Human Rights Law, harassment doesn’t need to be “severe or pervasive” – even seemingly minor conduct can be illegal if it’s unwelcome and sex-based. This includes inappropriate comments, unwanted touching, sexual jokes, explicit images, or any conduct targeting you because of your gender.
Yes, you have multiple legal options for workplace sexual harassment in Brooklyn under federal, state, and local laws. You can file complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), New York State Division of Human Rights, or New York City Commission on Human Rights. You can also pursue civil court action for monetary damages. Each option has different deadlines: 300 days for EEOC complaints, one year for state agency filings, and three years for NYC Human Rights Law claims. The key is acting quickly to preserve your rights and evidence while witness memories remain fresh and documentation is still available.
Retaliation for reporting sexual harassment is illegal under federal, state, and local laws. Employers cannot fire, demote, reduce hours, transfer to worse positions, give poor reviews, or otherwise punish you for filing complaints or participating in investigations. However, illegal retaliation still occurs, which is why having experienced legal representation is crucial. We know how to document potential retaliation and can file additional claims if employers violate anti-retaliation laws. Many clients worry about this, but strong legal protections exist specifically to prevent employers from silencing harassment victims through intimidation or punishment.
Sexual harassment cases in New York typically resolve within 6 months to 2 years, depending on case complexity and whether settlement negotiations succeed or trial becomes necessary. Cases with clear evidence and cooperative employers often settle within 6-12 months through confidential agreements. Complex cases involving multiple victims, extensive document discovery, or high-profile defendants may take 18-24 months. We work efficiently to resolve cases as quickly as possible while ensuring maximum compensation. Most cases settle before trial, which speeds resolution and maintains confidentiality. Throughout the process, we provide regular updates on progress and timeline expectations.
Strong sexual harassment cases rely on documented incidents, witness testimony, and established patterns of inappropriate behavior. Save all emails, text messages, photos, voicemails, and written communications related to the harassment. Document each incident immediately with specific dates, times, locations, and witness names. Report harassment to HR or supervisors in writing when safe to do so, keeping copies of all reports and responses. Witness statements from coworkers who observed or heard harassment are extremely valuable. Even without perfect documentation, don’t let evidence concerns prevent you from seeking legal help – we know how to build compelling cases using available proof and can often uncover additional evidence through legal discovery processes.

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