69/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 296 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Employment Lawyers in East Islip, NY: 2026 rankings
218 employment lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in East Islip: Bell Law Group, PLLC, LFR Score 69/100; 4.9★ from 296 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Open 24 hours (per Google): Romero Law Group PLLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 218.
- 28
Most-reviewed: Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano L.L.P., 1,478 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 218 ranked; ranked #28.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
218 East Islip employment lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 74 are open 24/7, 90 open Saturdays and 80 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 218 rated law firms.
Top 10 employment lawyers in East Islip at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bell Law Group, PLLC | 69 | 4.9★ (296) | Syosset, 18 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Romero Law Group PLLC | 68 | 4.6★ (125) | Hauppauge, 6 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Abdul Hassan Law Group, PLLC | 65 | 4.9★ (296) | Queens Village, 30 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | The Law Offices of Yale Pollack, P.C. | 65 | 4.9★ (113) | Syosset, 18 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 5 | Phillips & Associates | Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, & Employment Lawyers | 65 | 4.8★ (75) | Garden City, 22 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | Leeds Brown Law, P.C. | 64 | 4.6★ (86) | Mineola, 24 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Kamenshchik, LLC | 64 | 5.0★ (92) | Baldwin, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Raymond Nardo, P.C. | 63 | 4.9★ (276) | Jericho, 20 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Law Office Of David H Rosenberg - Employment Attorney | 63 | 5.0★ (6) | Melville, 13 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Filippatos PLLC | 62 | 4.7★ (45) | White Plains, 37 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 218 employment lawyers in East Islip, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Hauppauge, 6 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 125 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Queens Village, 30 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 296 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Syosset, 18 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 113 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Garden City, 22 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mineola, 24 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Baldwin, 22 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Jericho, 20 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 276 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Melville, 13 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#10 Filippatos PLLC
Based in White Plains, 37 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brentwood, 7 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 534 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Melville, 13 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#13 Mesidor PLLC
Based in East Patchogue, 13 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Seaford, 16 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.6★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in East Islip
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 128 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Massapequa, 16 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Commack, 10 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Long Island City, 39 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Babylon, 8 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rosedale, 29 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 966 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Westport, 29 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bridgeport, 31 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 111 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Patchogue, 9 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Melville, 13 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 160 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mineola, 24 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Employment lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 218 ranked employment lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving East Islip
20 more employment lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| BARTOL LAW FIRM, P.C. | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Bertolino Steven P | 1.4★ (55) | In East Islip |
| BFSNG Law Group LLP | In East Islip | |
| Cassidy Romano & Love PC | 4.3★ (26) | In East Islip |
| Chase Sensale Law Group | 1.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Cipriano Robert M | 5.0★ (4) | In East Islip |
| Donato Law | 4.6★ (90) | In East Islip |
| Elaine Camlet, Esq. Divorce Mediator and Real Estate Attorney | 5.0★ (50) | In East Islip |
| Eric C. Ruland, Esq. | In East Islip | |
| Gormley & Gormley PLLC | 4.4★ (7) | In East Islip |
| John J Guadagno Law Offices | 3.0★ (2) | In East Islip |
| King's End PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Law Offices of Ala Amoachi & Associates, P.C. | 4.7★ (149) | In East Islip |
| Licari Thomas B | 4.2★ (13) | In East Islip |
| Rubin-de-Cervens Andrea | 5.0★ (6) | In East Islip |
| Sean O'Hara - Employment Attorney | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Simmons Jannace DeLuca, LLP | 4.5★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Tilton Beldner LLP | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Turman Legal Solutions PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Valletti & Associates, LLC | In East Islip |
How we ranked East Islip employment lawyers
We scored 218 East Islip employment lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In East Islip data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an employment lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many employment law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the firm represents employees, employers or both, and whether that creates a conflict for your matter.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask an employment lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Do you represent employees, employers or both?
- What could I recover, and what would it cost me?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Employment lawyers in East Islip: frequently asked questions
Which employment lawyer has the highest LFR Score in East Islip?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked employment lawyer in East Islip, NY is Bell Law Group, PLLC with an LFR Score of 69/100. It has 4.9★ from 296 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Romero Law Group PLLC (#2) and Abdul Hassan Law Group, PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 218 employment lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many employment lawyers are there in East Islip?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 218 employment lawyers serving East Islip, NY. 1 of them is based in East Islip; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which employment lawyers in East Islip are open 24/7?
74 ranked employment lawyers in East Islip post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Bell Law Group, PLLC (#1), Romero Law Group PLLC (#2) and Phillips & Associates | Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, & Employment Lawyers (#5). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which employment lawyers in East Islip work on weekends?
90 of 218 ranked employment lawyers post Saturday hours and 80 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bell Law Group, PLLC (#1), Romero Law Group PLLC (#2) and Abdul Hassan Law Group, PLLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do East Islip employment lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 218 rated employment lawyers in East Islip is 4.8★, with a median of 32 reviews. Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano L.L.P. has the most, 1,478 reviews, and ranks #28. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank employment lawyers?
Each employment lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do employment lawyers outside East Islip count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the East Islip city center, our service radius for employment lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can employment lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do employment lawyers in East Islip, NY charge?
Employment lawyers who represent employees often work on contingency or a mix of contingency and hourly fees; employer-side work is usually hourly. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $388 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Is there a deadline for a discrimination claim?
Yes. A federal discrimination charge must generally be filed with the EEOC within 180 days, or 300 days where a state or local agency enforces a similar law. Ask a lawyer before the deadline passes. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of employment lawyers in East Islip, NY ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in East Islip?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for East Islip
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 218 employment lawyers serving East Islip.
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