Denise Workun

Denise Workun, Civil Rights Attorney in the United States

Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and General · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratNelligan Law

Practicing civil rights since 1990.

36+
Years practicing
4.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Denise Workun is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Denise has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nelligan Law. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Ottawa, ON
Experience
over 36 years
Known for
Civil Rights · Employment · General
  • Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and General matters from Ottawa, ON.
  • Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Denise Workun: Denise Workun is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Denise has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nelligan Law. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Denise takes on

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

Civil Rights cases nationwide

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

Employment cases nationwide

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

General cases nationwide

Denise takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Denise agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases nationwide

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

Biography

Meet Denise Workun — civil rights lawyer in the U.S.

Denise Workun is a partner based in Ottawa, ON. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Denise has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nelligan Law. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Denise Workun is a lawyer practicing employment law, human rights, labour law and 1 other area of law. Denise received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years. Denise practices at Nelligan Law in Ottawa, ON.

Working with Denise on a civil rights matter

Denise Workun is a lawyer practicing employment law, human rights, labour law and 1 other area of law. Denise received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years. Denise practices at Nelligan Law in Ottawa, ON.

Who Denise represents

Denise reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and general matters in the United States.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Queen's University

    LL.B. · 1988

  • University of Alberta

    B.A. Special · 1984

Jurisdictions

Denise's state bar admissions

  • Ontario

    1990 · ACTIVE

Denise studied at LL.B. in Queen's University and B.A. Special in University of Alberta.

Law school and academic background

Denise completed LL.B. in Queen's University and B.A. Special in University of Alberta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Denise runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Denise has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Denise Workun's office in Ottawa

Denise's primary office is at Sun Life Financial Centre Ottawa, 50 O'Connor Street, Suite 300, Ottawa, ON, K1P 6L2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Nelligan Law

Sun Life Financial Centre Ottawa, 50 O'Connor Street, Suite 300

Ottawa, ON K1P 6L2

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Denise Workun — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Denise. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in your area.

4.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Denise Workun — 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 Denise usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Denise charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Denise'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; Denise will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in your state

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 Denise

Denise 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. Denise confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Denise'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 Denise Workun

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

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

  • Does Denise offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do civil rights cases in this state 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. Denise gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Denise take my case if I'm outside the area?

    Denise evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Denise's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Denise?

    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. Denise will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Denise accepting new civil rights clients right now?

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