Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Employment Law Advocates in Seattle
The Sheridan Law Firm has been a steadfast advocate for victims of corporate and government abuse since its founding in 1992. Specializing in employment law, whistleblower retaliation, and discrimination cases, the firm has built a reputation for challenging powerful entities and securing justice for individuals whose rights have been violated. With decades of combined experience, the team has successfully represented clients in high-profile cases involving sexual harassment, racial discrimination, LGBTQ+ rights, and disability accommodations.The firm's approach combines rigorous legal expertise with a commitment to holding institutions accountable, as demonstrated by landmark verdicts exceeding $8 million in whistleblower cases and multi-million-dollar settlements in discrimination lawsuits. Led by Jack Sheridan, a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, the practice emphasizes personalized representation while maintaining a track record of precedent-setting victories in state and federal courts.
Services
Whistleblower Retaliation
Discrimination Cases
Employment Law Appeals
Disability Accommodations
Government Abuse Claims
Wrongful Termination
Civil Rights Litigation
Workplace Harassment
Legal Advocacy
Trial Representation
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in employment law and civil rights litigation
- Secured $8.1 million verdict in whistleblower retaliation case
- Pioneered legal precedents protecting employee rights in Washington
- Recognized by National Trial Lawyers Top 100 since 2014
- Successfully appealed landmark cases to state and federal courts
Associations and certifications
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Landmark verdicts
Relentless advocacy
Civil rights expertise
Precedent-setting wins
Client-focused approach
Services
Whistleblower Retaliation
Specialized legal representation for employees facing retaliation after exposing corporate or government misconduct. Our team has secured landmark verdicts including $8.1 million for a Hanford whistleblower and $4.1 million settlement for nuclear safety advocate Dr. Walter Tamosaitis. We navigate complex federal and state protections to hold employers accountable for unlawful reprisals.
Discrimination Cases
Comprehensive litigation for workplace discrimination based on race, gender, disability, and other protected classes. Achieved $1.4 million jury verdict in Trinh Rodriguez case and $550,000 for Seattle City Light employees. Our approach combines emotional distress compensation with systemic accountability for discriminatory practices.
Employment Law Appeals
Strategic appellate representation in employment law matters, including precedent-setting victories in Washington Supreme Court and 9th Circuit. Successfully argued cases expanding disability accommodation rights and whistleblower protections, with recoveries exceeding $1.5 million in attorney fees alone.
Disability Accommodations
Aggressive advocacy for employees denied reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Secured $776,000 verdict in Martini v. Boeing and established Washington precedent allowing employees to recover full damages when leaving discriminatory workplaces.
Government Abuse Claims
Litigation against governmental entities for constitutional violations, including $2.99 million verdict for Auditor Antonia Allen' whistleblower retaliation case. Our practice challenges systemic misconduct while protecting individual rights against institutional power imbalances.
People
Jack Sheridan
Founder
Jack Sheridan has practiced employment law for 30+ years, founding the firm in 1992. A National Trial Lawyers Top 100 member, he secured landmark verdicts in whistleblower and discrimination cases while maintaining active involvement in professional associations like NELA.
Questions
What types of cases does Sheridan Law Firm handle?
We specialize in employment law cases involving whistleblower retaliation, discrimination, disability accommodations, and government abuse claims.
How do I know if I have a valid whistleblower case?
If you faced adverse employment actions after reporting illegal activities, safety violations, or fraud, you may have a case. Our $8.1 million Atwood verdict demonstrates our expertise in this area.
What compensation can I recover in discrimination cases?
Victims may recover lost wages, emotional distress damages, attorney fees, and punitive damages. Our clients have received verdicts up to $1.4 million in successful discrimination lawsuits.
How long do employment law cases typically take?
Complex litigation often takes 2-5 years, especially with appeals. The Atwood case required 3 years from verdict to final settlement due to post-trial motions and appellate processes.
Can I afford legal representation?
We work on contingency fee arrangements in most cases, meaning payment occurs only after successful recovery through verdicts or settlements.
Is the firm still accepting new cases?
While Jack Sheridan closed active practice in 2024, the website maintains historical case records and First Amendment educational resources.
