How much does it cost to hire Avi for a civil rights case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Avi walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Avi offer a free consultation?

Avi charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Avi's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Avi's current terms during booking.

How long do civil rights cases in District of Columbia typically take?

Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Avi gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Avi take my case if I'm outside Washington?

Avi is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Avi will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Avi?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Avi will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Avi accepting new civil rights clients right now?

Avi's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Avi Kumin, Civil Rights Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation

Washington, DC

Trusted civil rights attorney serving Washington.

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Avi Kumin is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation.

Based in: Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Experience: attorney
Known for: Civil Rights · Employment · Litigation

Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026).

Areas of practice

Avi's practice areas in Washington

Avi concentrates on civil rights, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Avi handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Civil Rights cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Avi takes civil rights matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Avi agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Avi takes employment matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Avi agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Avi takes litigation matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Avi agrees to represent you.

Biography

Avi Kumin, civil rights attorney serving Washington

Avi Kumin is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Avi works from Washington, District of Columbia and takes on civil rights matters across the region.

Mr. Kumin’s practice focuses on whistleblower protection, sexual harassment and assault, executive negotiations, contractual disputes, discrimination, and retaliation, among other areas of employment law, often in highly complex and contentious situations. He litigates cases nationwide in federal and state courts, as well as in arbitration and administrative proceedings. He also represents employees in filing whistleblower reward tips with the federal government, such as qui tam cases and award tips submitted to the SEC.

For his outstanding legal work, he has been included in the annual rankings of top employee-side employment lawyers in the DC area by The Best Lawyers in America every year since 2012; by Super Lawyers every year since 2017; by Washingtonian magazine every year since 2017; and by Chambers and Partners every year since 2021.

Mr. Kumin is the President of the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association for 2025-2026 and serves on both the Executive Board and Board of Directors, and has previously served as Co-Chair of the D.C. Bar Association’s Labor and Employment section. He has lectured on a variety of employment law topics before the American Bar Association, the D.C. Bar Association, the National Employment Lawyers Association, the American Law Institute, the Anti-Fraud Coalition, and other bar and employee groups.

How Avi handles civil rights matters

Avi Kumin is a founder and partner at Katz Banks Kumin. For over 20 years, Mr. Kumin has been successfully advising employees about their legal rights, resolving difficult situations with employers, and litigating employment claims in court. Mr. Kumin’s practice focuses on whistleblower protection, sexual harassment and assault, executive negotiations, contractual disputes, discrimination, and…

Who Avi represents

Avi reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and litigation matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Avi studied and practices

Yale University
JD · 2000
Brandeis University
BA · 1996

Jurisdictions

Avi's state bar admissions

District of Columbia
ACTIVE
District of Columbia
ACTIVE
Pennsylvania, Pennsy
ACTIVE
District of Columbia
ACTIVE
Maryland, U.S. Distr
ACTIVE
District of Columbia
ACTIVE
California, The Stat
ACTIVE

Avi studied at JD in Yale University and BA in Brandeis University.

Law school and academic background

Avi completed JD in Yale University and BA in Brandeis University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Avi runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Avi's legal honors and published work

Avi has received 13 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers and Partners, Tier 1 attorney in "Labor & Employment: Mainly Plaintiffs," 2021-present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washington, D.C. “Super Lawyers,” 2017-present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "AV" Rating (highest rating for experience and ethics), Martindale-Hubbell, 2011-present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Superb" (10.0) Rating from Avvo.com
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Co-Chair and Steering Committee Member, D.C. Bar Labor & Employment Section
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon's "500 Leading Plaintiff Employment Lawyers," 2018-present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washingtonian Magazine “Top Lawyer”, 2017–present
2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Locations

Avi Kumin's office in Washington

Avi's primary office is at 11 Dupont Circle, NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20036. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

11 Dupont Circle, NW

Washington, District of Columbia 20036

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Hiring guide

How to hire Avi Kumin — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Avi usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Avi charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Avi's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Avi will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Avi

Avi discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Avi confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Avi's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Avi Kumin

How much does it cost to hire Avi for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Avi walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Avi offer a free consultation?
Avi charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Avi's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Avi's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Avi gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Avi take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Avi is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Avi will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Avi?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Avi will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Avi accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Avi's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

Real questions asked by District of Columbia residents in the last few months, answered by civil rights attorneys like Avi Kumin. Each link opens the full answer thread.

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1 verified answer · Civil Rights · Virginia
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1 verified answer · Civil Rights · Alabama
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1 verified answer · Civil Rights · California

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