Employment Lawyers In Lynnwood, WA
Protecting your rights with steady, trusted counsel
Workplace Violations?
Standing Up to Employers Across Snohomish County
Your paycheck came up short. Your hours got cut after you complained. The employment lawyers in Lynnwood, WA at Rekhi & Wolk represent employees only, in unpaid wage claims, discrimination cases under the Washington Law Against Discrimination, and retaliation cases.
Lynnwood work is rarely contained to Lynnwood. People clock in at Alderwood, at a clinic in Edmonds, or at a warehouse off Highway 99, then ride the 1 Line downtown. Where you perform the work changes which wage rules apply and where your case gets filed.
Call 206-388-5887 to have someone look at the facts before a deadline decides for you.
Hear From Workers We’ve Helped
”They helped me understand my legal rights, handled communication with the employer responsively and effectively, and helped bring the process to a fair conclusion. There is no way I could have handled this on my own.”
Former Client,
Wrongful Termination,
Software Developer, Bay Area, CA
“Greg Wolk and Hardeep Rekhi have been representing me since 2011. They are men of integrity. They are very honest, and excellent attorneys. They know my case inside out, and keep me informed of progress. I recommend them to anyone who is looking for attorneys that care about their clients, and care about justice to their clients.”
Current Client,
Engineer, Greater Seattle Area
”They helped me understand my legal rights, handled communication with the employer responsively and effectively, and helped bring the process to a fair conclusion. There is no way I could have handled this on my own.”
Former Client,
Wrongful Termination,
Software Developer, Bay Area, CA
“Greg Wolk and Hardeep Rekhi have been representing me since 2011. They are men of integrity. They are very honest, and excellent attorneys. They know my case inside out, and keep me informed of progress. I recommend them to anyone who is looking for attorneys that care about their clients, and care about justice to their clients.”
Current Client,
Engineer, Greater Seattle Area
What Rekhi & Wolk Can Do For You
We only represent workers, never employers, and we have won more than 100 employment cases and recovered over $10 million in unpaid wages. Much of that came from wage and hour class actions against trucking companies, senior living operators, and restaurant groups, the same industries that fill jobs across south Snohomish County.
Unpaid Wages/Back Pay
We handle unpaid wage and back pay claims under the Washington Minimum Wage Act and the FLSA. Where you work matters: Lynnwood follows the $17.13 state minimum in 2026, while Seattle requires $21.30 for every hour worked there, even a short shift. Commuters get underpaid on that gap constantly.
Workplace Discrimination
Our workplace discrimination attorneys handle unfair treatment in hiring, pay, promotions, harassment, accommodations, and firing. Washington’s protections run broader than federal law and reach employers with as few as eight employees. Your claim can go to the Human Rights Commission, the EEOC’s Seattle office, or straight to court.
Workplace Retaliation
Retaliation is punishment for protected activity: reporting harassment, asking about your pay, filing an L&I claim, or requesting leave. It shows up as cut shifts, sudden discipline, or being frozen out. Our retaliation lawyers have secured landmark whistleblower decisions in Washington.
Wrongful Termination
At-will does not mean for any reason. Firing you for a discriminatory motive, for reporting illegal conduct, or for taking protected leave is still unlawful. In a wrongful termination case, what happened in the weeks before usually matters more than the reason on the paperwork.
Why Choose Rekhi & Wolk in Lynnwood, WA
Plenty of firms list employment law among ten other practice areas. This is the only thing we do.
✔ We litigate, we do not just settle. Cases taken through trial and appeal, including decisions that reshaped whistleblower protections statewide.
✔ We know the north-end employers. Retail around Alderwood, logistics along the I-5 and I-405 corridor, healthcare and school district work. The violations repeat.
✔ We handle the county-line problems. Snohomish County venue, Seattle labor standards for commuters, out-of-state employers with remote staff inBothell andWoodinville.
✔ We watch the deadlines. Six months, 300 days, or three years depending on the claim, and the wrong choice ends it.
✔ We take few clients at a time. Partner attention and straight answers instead of a template.
Call 206-388-5887 to talk with an attorney who handles these cases every day.
What Happens After You Call
- A real review of the facts.
You describe what happened and we tell you whether it looks like a viable claim, a weak one, or something that needs more documentation first. No pressure to file. - Evidence before anything else.
Pay stubs, schedules, texts, reviews, and written complaints matter more than memory. Washington law lets you request your personnel file from your employer, and ourpersonnel file request letter generator builds that letter for you. - Choosing the path.
An L&I wage complaint, a Human Rights Commission charge, an EEOC filing, a demand to the employer, or a direct lawsuit. Each has different deadlines and different leverage, and we explain the trade-offs before you commit. - Filing and litigation.
Most Lynnwood claims land in Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett or in federal court in Seattle. We prepare every case as if it is going to trial, because that is what moves settlement numbers. - Resolution.
Negotiated settlement, mediation, or verdict. You stay informed at every stage and you decide whether to accept an offer.
Answers for Employees Who Are Not Sure What to Do Next
Where would my case be filed if I work in Lynnwood?
Usually Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett, not King County. Federal claims go to the Western District of Washington in Seattle.
How long do I have to take action after something happens at work?
It depends on the claim: six months for Human Rights Commission complaints, 300 days for the EEOC, three years for most discrimination and wage lawsuits. Union contracts and public employers often impose shorter internal deadlines.
I work remotely from Lynnwood for an out-of-state company. Which laws protect me?
Usually Washington’s, since the law follows where the work is performed. Hybrid schedules complicate it, which we cover in our guide on which state’s employment laws apply to you.
I signed an arbitration agreement when I was hired. Is that the end of it?
No. These clauses are standard in retail and staffing jobs around Alderwood, but they are not automatically enforceable and some claims fall outside them entirely.
Should I quit while my claim is pending?
Talk to a lawyer first. Quitting can affect unemployment eligibility and weaken certain claims, though you are not always required to stay.
Stop Second-Guessing What Happened at Work
Most people wait too long because they are not sure it was illegal, and by the time they are sure, an agency deadline has passed. One conversation is usually enough to tell you whether you have something.
Call Rekhi & Wolk at 206-388-5887 and we will tell you straight.