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Joshua S.C. Parkhurst

Law Offices of Joshua Parkhurst
  • Employment Law
  • New York
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Joshua Parkhurst has represented employees, labor unions and employee benefits funds since 1998. His work with employees includes representing individuals in litigation or other dispute resolution involving termination of employment, unlawful discrimination and harassment and wage and hour violations. In addition, Josh advises employees in non-litigation matters, such as working with current employees as to how to avoid potential terminations, and advising clients in contract or severance negotiations. Joshua has also worked with labor unions in all aspects of representation, including organizing drives, grievance representation, contract negotiation and duty of fair representation matters. Joshua also represents employee benefits funds in litigation and compliance related matters. For 16 years, Joshua worked at some of New York City's most prestigious workers' side labor and employment law firms. In 2014, he opened the Law Offices of Joshua Parkhurst, where he continues to advocate for workers' rights. Specialties:Represent union and non-union employees in all labor and employment law matters.

Practice Area
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New York
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2nd Circuit
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner
Law Offices of Joshua Parkhurst
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Of Counsel
Giles Law Firm LLC
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Partner
Cary Kane LLP
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Associate
Cary Kane LLP
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Associate
Broach & Stulberg LLP
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Associate
Szold and Brandwen, P.C.
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Education
New York University School of Law
J.D. (1996) | Law
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Honors: Cum Laude
Activities: Review of Law and Social Change - Legal Theory Editor Research Education and Advocacy to Combat Homeless (R.E.A.C.H.) - Research Director and Clinic Coordinator
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University of Chicago
B.A. (1993) | Public Policy
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Honors: B.A. with Honors and Special Honors in Public Policy
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Professional Associations
National Employment Lawyers Association
Member
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Activities: Chair - Labor Law Practice Group
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New York County Lawyers Association
Member
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Activities: Member - Labor and Employment Law Section
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Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy
Board of Directors
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Activities: President from 2005-2008
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Employee Benefits Law, Second Addition
ABA
"Desert Palace, Inc. v. Costa: The End of the Direct Evidence Requirement in Title VII Mixed Motive Cases."
New York State Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Newsletter
Websites & Blogs
Website
Firm Website
Contact & Map
Law Offices of Joshua Parkhurst
11 Broadway, Suite 615
New York, NY 10004
Giles Law Firm LLC
825 Third Avenue, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10022