Lisa K. Lawrence
About
Lisa K. Lawrence is a seasoned and passionate attorney who applies her substantial experience to the field of employment law. In this arena, Ms. Lawrence has met with considerable success in representing workers and employers in complex issues related to wage and hour claims, medical leave, discrimination, employment contracts, sexual harassment, and more. Her goal in every case is to seek the best outcome possible while offering the support and guidance that her client needs and deserves.
Ms. Lawrence has practiced employment law exclusively throughout her career and is well-known for her work in this field. She graduated with a B.A. from the University of Virginia with honors and earned her law degree from the Marshall Wythe School of Law at the College of William and Mary.
Admitted to practice in 1992, Ms. Lawrence founded this firm in 1994 and has represented employees and employers in the public and private sectors. She has litigated cases at all levels in the Virginia Courts, including the Virginia Supreme Court, United States District Court, 4th Circuit Court of Appeals, and is admitted to the United States Supreme Court.
Memberships
- Virginia Trial Lawyers Employment Law Section, former Chair
- American Bar Association
- National Employment Lawyers Association, Employment Law Section
Additionally, Ms. Lawrence provides legal information for the community through speaking engagements and publications.
Honors
- Virginia’s Go To Employment Lawyer, Virginia Lawyers Weekly
Featured News
- Ms. Lawrence was featured in a TV interview for CBS6 and provided insight into what types of protections are in place for Virginia workers when they fall ill during flu season.