Howard Sokol, Civil Rights Attorney in New York
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts
PartneratHolland & Knight LLP
New, NY
Practicing civil rights in New York since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Howard Sokol is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Howard has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Employment Contracts
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts matters from New York, NY.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Howard Sokol: Howard Sokol is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Howard has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Howard Sokol
Howard concentrates on civil rights, employment, employment contracts, litigation, and whistleblower. Each area below outlines the kind of case Howard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Litigation
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Whistleblower
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Trade Secrets
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Civil Rights cases in New York
Howard takes civil rights matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in New York
Howard takes employment matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in New York
Howard takes employment contracts matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Howard takes litigation matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Whistleblower cases in New York
Howard takes whistleblower matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Howard Sokol — Over 25 years of New York civil rights experience
Howard Sokol is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Howard has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
Howard Sokol is a lawyer practicing labor, employment and benefits, litigation, osha, workplace safety and whistleblower claims and 3 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton, and has been licensed for 25 years. Howard practices at Holland & Knight LLP in New York, NY.
Howard's approach to civil rights cases
Howard Sokol is a lawyer practicing labor, employment and benefits, litigation, osha, workplace safety and whistleblower claims and 3 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton, and has been licensed for 25 years. Howard practices at Holland & Knight LLP in New York, NY.
Clients Howard works with
Howard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and employment contracts matters across New York.
Credentials
Howard Sokol's legal education and bar admissions
St. John's University School of Law J.D.
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State University of New York at Binghamton B.A. History and Political Science State University of New York at Binghamton M.B.A. History and Political Science
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Jurisdictions
Howard's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
2001 · ACTIVE
Howard studied at — in St. John's University School of Law J.D. and — in State University of New York at Binghamton B.A. History and Political Science State University of New York at Binghamton M.B.A. History and Political Science.
Law school and academic background
Howard completed — in St. John's University School of Law J.D. and — in State University of New York at Binghamton B.A. History and Political Science State University of New York at Binghamton M.B.A. History and Political Science. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Howard runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Howard's professional memberships and bar associations
New York County Lawyers' Association New York State and American Bar Associations
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Locations
Howard Sokol's office in New York
Howard's primary office is at 31 W. 52nd St., New York, NY, 10019-6118. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Howard Sokol — 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 Howard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Howard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard'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; Howard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in New York
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 Howard
Howard 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. Howard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Howard'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 Howard Sokol
How much does it cost to hire Howard for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Howard offer a free consultation?
Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in New York 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. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Howard take my case if I'm outside New York?
Howard is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Howard 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 Howard?
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. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Howard accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Howard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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