General Information
Year founded:
2006
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Overview
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Bernabei & Kabat, PLLC, based in Washington, D.C., is nationally recognized for its expertise in the areas of employment law, sexual harassment law, whistleblower law, civil rights and civil liberties matters, Sarbanes-Oxley claims, and training. In addition to an active litigation practice in federal and state courts and administrative tribunals, the firm frequently represents partners, associates, and law firms in employment and partnership disputes. The firm also regularly negotiates contracts and severance agreements for corporate executives. Its members have appeared regularly as commentators on national television and radio news shows, and in print media about civil rights issues and have been recognized nationally and in the DC area as among the best lawyers in their field of expertise.
Rankings
Bernabei & Kabat, PLLC is nationally ranked in 1 practice areas and metro ranked in 3 practice areas. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process.
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Tier 3
Tier 3 for Litigation - Labor and Employment
Metro Rankings
Washington, D.C.
Tier 1 for Employment Law - Individuals
Tier 1 for Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier 2 for Civil Rights Law
Firm Leadership
Rankings
National Rankings
Tier 3
Tier 3 for Litigation - Labor and Employment
Regional Rankings
Washington, D.C.
Tier 1 for Employment Law - Individuals
Tier 1 for Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier 2 for Civil Rights Law
Practice Areas
The below are areas of legal specialty volunteered by the firm and do not designate a specialty in which a Best Law Firms ranking is held.
- Employment Law - Individuals
- Employment Law - Management
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Bernabei & Kabat, PLLC has 2 lawyers recognized for individual performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in
America®.
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Main Location
Washington,
DC
1400 Sixteenth Street, NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20036
United States
202-644-9935
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Management and Personnel
Partner
Lynne Bernabei, Esq.
Partner
Alan Kabat, Esq.
Partner
Peter M. Whelan, Esq.
Partner
Kristen Sinisi
Associate
Devin Wrigley, Esq.