Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Florida

Legal Representation

I filed a discrimination charge with EEOC and opted for mediation as a 1st step, never expecting the company would agree. Well they did, and are bringing an out of town lawyer. Does this bode positive or negative for me? Is it absolutely imperative that I bring an attorney as well? I am a sharp, articulate, educated person and I know that everything in the charge happened. My husband, who I would like to accompany me, has advanced degrees and extensive civil rights experience and negotiation skills, but I have been advised that no relations can attend. I will retain an attorney if it will provide leverage, but I was going to wait until this charge went to full investigation and court.


Asked on 8/07/02, 11:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: Legal Representation

It is said that one who represents oneself has a fool for a client. Conventional wisdom which reveals that we are not always out own best advocates.

This is a procedure which is unfamiliar to you. There may be many facets to it of which you are unaware. If money is one, where do you start?

You may wish to consult an attorney to see if you should employ one. Initial consultations/case evaluations are done at no cost and, if not, seek other counsel. Get your situation professionally evaluated and then decide if employing a professional will get you further ahead than you think you can get yourself.

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Answered on 8/08/02, 9:36 am


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