# D'Andrea Law PLLC > Official D'Andrea Law PLLC business agent. D'Andrea Law PLLC is a law firm providing employment law representation and counseling for employees, creators… ## Ask it a question D'Andrea Law PLLC answers for itself at https://api.hailera.com/mcp/lawdandrea. A client that speaks MCP can connect to that address; the tool is ask_lawdandrea and the protocol is 2026-07-28. Where this file and the agent disagree, the agent is current. ## About D'Andrea Law PLLC About D'Andrea Law PLLC D'Andrea Law PLLC is a law firm focusing on employment law matters for employees, creators, solopreneurs, and small business owners in New York and New Jersey. With over a decade of employment law experience, founding attorney Theresa D'Andrea, Esq. has litigated and resolved thousands of workplace cases in New York and New Jersey. She draws on experience representing both public- and private-sector employers and now provides thoughtful, practical counsel to employees, entrepreneurs, and businesses when workplace issues arise. Who we serve D'Andrea Law PLLC serves clients who: - Work or reside in New York or New Jersey and have employment-related legal issues - Are high-level professionals, including women in managerial, executive, and senior roles facing workplace discrimination, harassment, or retaliation - Are employees dealing with workplace disputes such as discrimination, hostile work environment, sexual harassment, retaliation, whistleblowing, wage and hour issues, leaves of absence, background checks, and job transitions - Are creators, influencers, streamers, and gamers seeking to protect and grow their brands - Are solopreneurs or small business owners who need employment law advice and support across the employee lifecycle Attorney background Theresa D'Andrea: - Graduated from Cornell University - Earned her law degree from The University of Michigan Law School - Is admitted to practice in: - New York state courts - New Jersey state courts - U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) - U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (EDNY) - U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey (DNJ) - Has held positions with: - New York City Police Department - New York City Law Department - New York State Department of State - Hogan Lovells - Morrison Cohen - Fisher Phillips Office locations and contact details You can reach D'Andrea Law PLLC at: - Phone: 201-255-7905 - Email: theresa@lawdandrea.com New York office - 1178 Broadway, 3rd Floor #112 New York, NY 10001 New Jersey office - 26 Park Street, Suite 2960 Montclair, NJ 07042 Important note Information provided by D'Andrea Law PLLC, including through this agent, is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Using this agent or contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. To obtain legal advice about your specific situation, please contact the firm directly to schedule a consultation. Source: https://www.lawdandrea.com ## What D'Andrea Law PLLC does D'Andrea Law PLLC advises employees in New York and New Jersey on a range of employment-related issues involving contracts, background checks, compensation, and job changes. Employment and restrictive covenant agreement review The firm reviews and advises on employment agreements and restrictive covenant provisions, including: - Ambiguous or overly broad terms - Non-compete clauses that may limit future job opportunities or business plans - Non-solicitation clauses affecting contact with former clients, colleagues, or contractors - Scope, duration, and geographic limits of restrictions - Severance and termination provisions, including definitions of "good reason" and post-employment obligations - Key negotiated terms such as paid time off, compensation package details (including benefits and retirement plans), job responsibilities, and restrictive terms The firm can identify potential risks in agreements and help negotiate more favorable, clearly written terms before you sign. Criminal and background checks D'Andrea Law PLLC counsels employees and job candidates on issues arising from criminal and background checks, including: - Compliance with "ban-the-box" laws requiring employers to assess qualifications before asking about criminal history - Fair Chance Act requirements in certain jurisdictions, such as individualized assessments and written explanations before adverse action based on criminal history - The impact of expunged or sealed records - Limits on the use of credit history in employment decisions under laws such as New York City's Stop Credit Discrimination in Employment Act (SCDEA) If you believe a potential or current employer is taking adverse action based on your criminal or background check in a way that may violate applicable laws, the firm can review your situation. Wage and hour and leave of absence issues The firm can advise employees on wage and hour and leave-related issues, such as: - Unpaid wages, overtime, or misclassification concerns - Questions about eligibility for or use of leave under laws like the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), New York Paid Family Leave (PFL), the New Jersey Family Leave Act (FLA), or disability accommodations Separation negotiations and transitions D'Andrea Law PLLC assists employees with job transitions, including: - Evaluating and negotiating severance and separation agreements - Understanding how restrictive covenants may apply after separation - Addressing the messaging that will be provided about the separation Independent contractors and temporary workers The firm also advises individuals who: - Work as independent contractors and need help understanding their legal rights and obligations - Are temporary workers, including those in jurisdictions like New Jersey that provide specific statutory protections for temporary laborers For any of these issues, contact D'Andrea Law PLLC to discuss your circumstances. The firm can help you understand your options before you sign an agreement, respond to a background check issue, or make decisions about a job transition. No specific result can be guaranteed. D'Andrea Law PLLC provides legal services tailored to creators, influencers, streamers, and gamers who want to protect and grow their brands. The firm understands creator communities and the practical realities of building an online presence. Brand and sponsorship agreements The firm helps creators review and negotiate agreements such as: - Influencer, sponsorship, and affiliate contracts - Exclusivity clauses that may limit work with other brands - Deliverables, payment terms, and usage rights for content - Management or agency representation agreements The goal is to make sure the terms you agree to reflect what was promised, protect your brand, and are clear about compensation, deliverables, and content ownership. Digital content and intellectual property rights D'Andrea Law PLLC advises on protecting and monetizing your content, including: - Copyright registration strategies - Licensing agreements for videos, photos, streams, or music - Content ownership and work-for-hire language for editors, co-creators, or brand partners - User-generated content (UGC) deal review - Approaches to DMCA takedowns and responding to unauthorized use or reposts of your work Employment and collaboration issues As your brand grows, your "team" may include editors, managers, agents, or other collaborators. The firm can help with: - Independent contractor and collaboration agreements - Management, talent, or collective agreements - Review of exclusivity and non-compete provisions - Advice and representation when a partner or brand does not meet its obligations Privacy, defamation, and online harassment The firm assists creators facing online risks such as: - Harassment or targeted abuse - Impersonation accounts - Defamatory posts or content harming reputation Support may include sending cease-and-desist letters, preparing or responding to platform takedown requests, and advising on privacy and content removal rights. If you are a creator, influencer, streamer, or gamer seeking to safeguard your brand and online presence, contact D'Andrea Law PLLC to discuss your needs. This information is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. D'Andrea Law PLLC provides employment law advice and counseling to solopreneurs and small business owners, helping them manage legal risk throughout the employment relationship. Employment advice and counseling The firm can support your business across the employee lifecycle, including: - Interviewing and hiring - Onboarding and offer letters - Performance evaluations - Workplace accommodations and leaves of absence - Promotions and changes in role - Disciplinary actions - Employment separations Contract drafting and negotiation D'Andrea Law PLLC can draft or review key documents such as: - Website policies, including privacy policies and terms of use - Offer letters and employment agreements - Separation and severance agreements The focus is on aligning your documents with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and clearly setting expectations with employees. Workplace investigations When an employee makes a complaint, certain laws may require a prompt and thorough investigation. The firm can: - Conduct independent investigations of workplace complaints - Support and guide your existing HR or legal team in conducting investigations Dispute resolution and defense If an employment situation becomes contentious, D'Andrea Law PLLC can: - Help resolve pre-litigation disputes with current or former employees - Assist when an employee alleges discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or similar claims - Defend your business in matters that reach administrative agencies or the courts For solopreneurs and small business owners seeking practical employment law guidance, contact D'Andrea Law PLLC to discuss your needs. This information is general in nature and is not legal advice for any particular situation. Source: https://www.lawdandrea.com ## Where D'Andrea Law PLLC works Lists Easton, Cornelius, Lawton, Montclair, New York City, Palo Alto, and University as a location. Names Michigan, New Jersey, and New York as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published. ## How D'Andrea Law PLLC works with clients Who the firm can consult with For employment law matters, D'Andrea Law PLLC consults with clients who work or reside in New York or New Jersey. Scheduling a consultation You can schedule a consultation with D'Andrea Law PLLC by: - Using the firm's online scheduling system linked from the website to book an immediate 30-minute consultation directly on the attorney's calendar - Calling the firm at 201-255-7905 - Emailing theresa@lawdandrea.com During the consultation, you and the attorney will discuss your situation and how the firm may be able to assist you. For urgent consultations, you may email theresa@lawdandrea.com with brief details about your matter. Important notes - This agent cannot book, change, or cancel appointments on your behalf. It can only provide information on how to contact the firm. - A consultation or initial contact does not guarantee that D'Andrea Law PLLC will represent you in any matter. Representation typically requires a separate, written engagement agreement. - Information provided through this agent is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Source: https://www.lawdandrea.com ## Employment law services for employees – discrimination, harassment, and retaliation D'Andrea Law PLLC represents employees in New York and New Jersey who are facing discrimination, hostile work environments, harassment, and retaliation at work. The firm focuses in particular on supporting high-level professionals, including women in managerial, executive, and senior roles whose careers and compensation are threatened by unlawful workplace conduct. Types of issues handled The firm can assist employees with workplace problems such as: - Employment discrimination – Adverse actions based on protected characteristics such as gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, caregiver status, race, national origin, or other protected traits. - Hostile work environment and harassment – Harassment or unwelcome conduct that makes the workplace intimidating, oppressive, or abusive. This can include sexual, racial, gender-based, disability-related, religious, or age-related harassment. - Sexual harassment – Unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature (such as unwanted advances or inappropriate comments) that interferes with an employee's ability to work or creates a hostile work environment. - Workplace retaliation – Discipline, harassment, demotion, negative performance reviews, changes in duties, reduced pay, or termination in response to an employee speaking up about discrimination, harassment, or other protected activity. - Whistleblowing retaliation – Adverse actions taken against employees who report or oppose illegal or unethical conduct. In some circumstances under New York law, you may be considered a whistleblower even if you did not make an external report. Laws and protections Depending on the situation, employees may be protected by laws such as: - Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended - The Pregnancy Discrimination Act - The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act - The New York State Human Rights Law - The New York City Human Rights Law - The Equal Pay Act of 1963 and comparable state laws D'Andrea Law PLLC can help evaluate which laws may apply to your circumstances. How the firm can help For employees dealing with discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, the firm can: - Review your situation and explain your legal rights and options - Help you understand internal complaint and reporting procedures - Advise you on documenting incidents, communications, and performance reviews - Represent you in negotiations with your employer - Pursue claims before administrative agencies, in court, or in arbitration when appropriate If you believe your employer has violated your rights, contact D'Andrea Law PLLC to discuss your situation and explore possible next steps. No specific outcome can be guaranteed; each matter depends on its own facts and applicable law. 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