An employment lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in representing employees and job seekers in various work-related matters. These lawyers have expertise in labor laws, employment contracts, discrimination claims, wrongful termination cases, and other issues that arise in the context of an employee's relationship with their employer. They can provide legal advice on a wide range of topics, including wage and hour disputes, overtime pay, family medical leave, whistleblower protections, and worker's compensation claims. An employment lawyer can also help employees negotiate severance packages or navigate the process of filing a complaint with a government agency such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Department of Labor (DOL).