Reviews

I am so grateful that a friend referred me to Abe when I found myself in need of a lawyer regarding a matter with my former employer. Abe helped me to identify and execute a strategy which resulted in a more favorable outcome than I thought was possible given my situation. I am particularly grateful that Abe was able to step in for me in an emotionally challenging situation and provide calm and assurance while also stepping in and managing relationships with my former employer to relieve that burden from me. Abe is professional, timely, persistent, and reasonable. I appreciated his humanistic approach to the challenge at hand and his willingness and ability to approach a challenging situation with empathy for all parties. While I do not wish to find myself in a situation which would require Abe's services again, if you find yourself in such a position, I cannot recommend him highly enough.

I spoke with Abe and was met right away with professionalism, experience and understanding to my unique case. I have used different lawyers in the past and felt I was not heard or understood. It's important to have a lawyer who will put in the specific work and time your case or task needs. Abe is that lawyer and I would recommend him to anyone I know.

Abe is the best lawyer in the whole wide world. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. He will try his best to help you regardless if he gets paid or not. He is a very kind person with a heart of gold. He will help you and fight for you and get you the best settlement or verdict. If I were you, I would stop searching for lawyers. Just hire Abe. You will be very happy with your decision!

I consulted Abe regarding workplace harassment that I was facing. He was extremely helpful and totally validated me. He guided me through the entire process and didn’t charge me a penny. He helped me diffuse a potentially huge issue.

Abe is professional, personable and overly knowledgeable in all areas related to employee rights. Working with Abe will be the best decision you’ll make if you decide to pursue legal action. He’s on your side!

I consulted Mr. Melamed about a potential case and he was so well spoken, intelligent, kind and caring. He went above and beyond to help me feel comfortable, safe, and validated. He made sure I understood exactly what pursuing legal action would entail. He was very thorough and I felt confident I would be in good hands. I’m not able to pursue legal action at this time, but if I did, I would want Mr. Melamed in my corner.

Among a few dozen attorneys that we contacted in regards to my U.S. immigrant employment discrimination case, Abe Melamed was the most knowledgeable, from our first phone conversation. We are based in NYC, and due to specifics of my case, we were glad to find local NYC representation, also authorized to practice in California. Abe exceeded our expectations by his level of knowledge in our rare case, following through the matter for 6 months till the end, quick turnaround, thorough lucid explanations, and personal commitment to the case. Our matter with a major U.S. corporation progressed substantially after engaging Abe in the official correspondence. We did not even hope to to get this far. The response we received with his help was a game-changer in our understanding of the case, and crucial in subsequent decision-making. We are pleased with the outcome and Abe’s professional support helped us make the best legal choice. I would definitely recommend Abe’s services, and will be glad to hire legal representation with him again.

I was very pleased with the outcome of my case thank to Abe. He was empathetic, caring, helpful and there with me step by step. Thank you very much Abe and the Derek Smith Law group. I'm extremely grateful for their wonderful service.

I am very pleased with Derek Smith Law Group. Abe Melamed who was assigned my case was very professional and diligent in getting me the results I deserved, as he is very knowledgeable in his area of expertise. Although it was a contingency case, the respect and time I was provided was no different. Abe took my case seriously and did the very best for me. It was great to feel so supported.

Intelligent, knowledgeable, professional, prepared, experienced, aggressive, compassionate, accessible… Those are the words that come to mind when I think of my experience with the Derrick Smith Law Group. My attorney, Abe, in particular was an absolute pleasure to work with having all the attributes listed earlier in abundance. Abe and the Derrick Smith Law Group represented me in a way that exceeded my expectations with favorable results. I would highly recommend Abe and the Derrick Smith Law group to anyone facing an employer related issue.

Abraham is an excellent lawyer. He really exceeded my expectations of lawyers and the justice system. But, Abraham is true to what he does and he really helped me understand my case. At the time I was confused and upset about what was going on with my case. Abraham worked hard and diligently to make sure I understood my case and he represented me in the best way possible. The time and effort he put into my case exceeded my expectations because the empathy he shows his clients is his greatest attribute. He’s a genuine guy and I am beyond grateful to have had Mr. Melamed represent me on my case. I would recommend him to anyone who needs a lawyer or information about any discrimination case... Thanks Abe!!

Abraham did an amazing job on my case. He fights hard and diligently to make sure you case is represented in the best way possible. I’d recommend him to anyone in search of a lawyer for discrimination.