Get matched, free, with an employment attorney near you

How free attorney matching works

WorkRightMatch is a free attorney-matching and educational service for workers in the United States. We are not a law firm and not your lawyer. We do not give legal advice. We help connect workers with independent employment attorneys.

You fill out a short request with basic information about your workplace problem and your location. That helps us try to match you with attorneys licensed in the right place and focused on employment law.

If an attorney is interested, you may be offered a free consultation. Many employment attorneys handle cases on contingency, which often means they only get paid if the worker recovers money. Any attorney fees are agreed to directly between you and the attorney. WorkRightMatch is free to workers, and matched attorneys pay a flat fee to receive requests.

Want to learn more first? See how it works and what employment attorneys do.

What kinds of work problems may qualify for a consultation

You may want to request a consultation if you were fired, pushed out, threatened, underpaid, denied leave, or treated unfairly at work. Common issues include:

• wrongful termination or being fired for an illegal reason
• discrimination based on race, national origin, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, or other protected traits
• harassment or a hostile work environment
• retaliation after reporting a problem or taking protected leave
• unpaid wages, overtime, off-the-clock work, tip theft, or misclassification
• severance agreements, non-competes, and final paycheck problems

In the United States, most jobs are at will, which means an employer can often fire someone for many reasons or no stated reason. But there are important exceptions. A firing or other action may be illegal if it happened because of discrimination, retaliation, protected leave, whistleblowing, or another protected reason. Deadlines to act can be short and vary by state and claim, so it is important to confirm timing with a licensed attorney.

You can also read about your rights, wrongful termination, and unpaid wages and overtime.

What to expect after you submit your request

After you submit, we review the information for matching purposes. If there may be a fit, you may hear from one or more independent attorneys or law offices. A consultation is a chance to ask questions and understand your options. It does not guarantee that an attorney will take the matter, and it does not mean you have a case.

Try to be ready to explain the basics: what happened, when it happened, where you worked, and what changed after you complained or asked for leave or pay. Keep it simple and factual. Because every situation is different, only a licensed attorney can advise you about your specific facts.

If cost is one of your worries, read how much an employment lawyer may cost and contingency vs. hourly fees.

You stay in control

Getting matched does not mean you have hired anyone. You decide whether to speak with an attorney, whether to continue, and whether to hire one. If you hire an attorney, that relationship is between you and that attorney, not WorkRightMatch.

It is okay to feel nervous, especially if you are scared of losing income, being judged, or making things worse. Taking a first step does not commit you to a lawsuit. It can simply help you understand what questions to ask and what deadlines might apply.

If you are not ready yet, you can still learn more through our guides and deadline quick guide. When you are ready, request a free match.

If English is not your first language or you are new to the US

Many workers are unsure where to turn, especially if they are new to the United States. In general, workplace rights often apply regardless of immigration status. That can include rights related to pay, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. This is general information, not immigration legal advice, so talk to a licensed attorney about your specific situation.

You do not need to know every legal term before asking for help. What matters most is telling the basic story of what happened at work. If language has been part of the mistreatment, that may matter too.

Learn more at rights for new immigrants, non-English-speaking workers, and workplace rights for immigrant workers.