Federal Employment Law
As a federal employee, you are subject to laws and regulations that differ significantly from those applicable to the private sector. When a legal issue arises, you need the assistance of an experienced attorney who specializes in these unique processes and procedures.
The attorneys at Tully Rinckey PLLC have the experience, skill, and knowledge necessary to help achieve the legal goals of clients in the federal employment community. Our attorneys have extensive experience representing federal employees, agencies, unions, contractors, and employee associations in a wide variety of issues and in all phases of litigation.
We believe in a team environment at Tully Rinckey. As part of a team, our attorneys bring their own individual skills to each case, providing our clients with a wealth of experience on which to rely.
Tully Rinckey provides quality legal representation to federal government employees, supervisors, managers, and executives, as well as to federal agencies, unions, contractors, and employee associations in virtually every aspect of federal employment and labor law, including:
- Disciplinary and Adverse Actions
- Employee Investigations
- Employment Discrimination and Harassment
- Whistleblower Retaliation and Reprisal
- Prohibited Personnel Practices
- Labor grievances, unfair labor practices, and arbitrations
- Disability Retirement
- Preference Eligibility Issues Under the Veterans’ Employment Opportunity Act
- Appeals
- Security Clearance Cases
Contact Tully Rinckey to see how our attorneys may assist with your federal employment case. We can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 202-787-1900 or via email at info@fedattorney.com.
“Resolution Was Quite Fair and Timely Received” – R.S.
“Great experience. Resolution was quite fair and timely received. Federal agency was tardy in forwarding settlement draft, but your law firm quickly responded to ensure resolution after I inquired.” – R.S. on Managing Partner Greg Rinckey
“Extensive Understanding of the Law” – S.H.
I contacted John Mahoney, Esq., a partner in the law firm of Tully Rinckey, for legal advice involving a federal employment problem. My consultation with Mr. Mahoney occurred long after I had been interviewed regarding allegations made against me, a …
“Very Attentive and Supportive” – S.M.
“I would like to personally thank Cori Ferrini for her diligence and tenacity during the phases of my case. She was very attentive and supportive through the process. She added much value and I truly enjoyed working with her.” – …
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John Mahoney – People on the Move

Date added: January 12, 2012 Submission Type: Promotion Current employer: Tully Rinckey PLLC Current title/position: Chair of the Labor and Employment Practice Group Industry: Legal Services Position department: Legal Previous position: Partner (John is still a partner) Duties/responsibilities: John Mahoney …
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By Mathew B. Tully With the end of the year comes the opportunity to reflect on the events and accomplishments of the last 12 months. For many federal employees, it also means having their supervisors look back on the work …
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Fed Employee Survey Could Show Tip of the Iceberg for Favoritism

An annual Office of Personnel Management (OPM) survey is indicating many federal employees hold negative views about the legitimacy of performance-based raises and merit-based promotions. These findings could be showing the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the …
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Army Ten Miler Health & Fitness Expo – October 7-8
Join us at the DC Armory October 7 and October 8 from 10 am – 7 pm at the annual Army Ten Miler Health & Fitness Expo presented by Dell Federal and enter to win an Amazon Kindle, courtesy of …
Blacks In Government Annual National Training Conference – August 22-25, 2011

33rd Annual National Training Conference John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center Boston, Massachusetts August 22 – 25, 2011
EEOC EXCEL Conference – August 16-18, 2011

14th Annual EEOC Examining Conflicts in Employment Laws (EXCEL) Conference Conference Baltimore, MD August 16-18, 2011

