John K. Diviney, Employment Attorney in Uniondale, New York
focused on Employment and Litigation
Uniondale, NY
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John K. Diviney is an attorney based in Uniondale, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Uniondale, NEW YORK
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Uniondale, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).
About John K. Diviney: John K. Diviney is an attorney based in Uniondale, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters John takes on
John concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Uniondale, New York
John takes employment matters in Uniondale, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Uniondale, New York
John takes litigation matters in Uniondale, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet John K. Diviney — employment lawyer in Uniondale
John K. Diviney is an attorney based in Uniondale, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
John K. Diviney represents management-side clients in a wide range of labor and employment matters, including labor arbitrations and grievances, unfair labor practice charges, employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims, wrongful competition and restrictive covenant disputes, and wage and hour collective and class actions.
John is a partner in Rivkin Radler LLP’s Employment and Labor Practice Group in Uniondale, New York. His practice focuses on Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, and Litigation – Labor and Employment. He regularly appears before federal and state regulatory agencies such as the National Labor Relations Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, state and federal labor departments, and various fair employment practices agencies.
John has served as lead negotiator in collective bargaining matters involving major unions across the country. His experience includes negotiations and dispute resolution in the transportation, defense, manufacturing, and service industries, as well as matters involving public sector employers. He also represents employers in contract grievances and labor arbitrations.
In addition, John advises employers on day-to-day labor and employment compliance under state and federal laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. His counseling work includes wage and hour issues, workplace policies, and the review of layoffs, disciplinary actions, and termination decisions.
Working with John on a employment matter
John K. Diviney represents management-side clients in a wide range of labor and employment matters, including labor arbitrations and grievances, unfair labor practice charges, employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims, wrongful competition and restrictive covenant disputes, and wage and hour collective and class actions. John is a partner in Rivkin Radler LLP’s Employment and…
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Uniondale and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Cornell University
B.A.
St. John's University
J.D.
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
New York, Suffolk Co
ACTIVE
John studied at B.A. in Cornell University and J.D. in St. John's University.
Law school and academic background
John completed B.A. in Cornell University and J.D. in St. John's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
John has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Office locations for John K. Diviney in Uniondale, New York
John's primary office is at Uniondale, New York, 11556-0926. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire John K. Diviney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Uniondale, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John K. Diviney
How much does it cost to hire John for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New York typically take?
Simple employment 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Uniondale?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new employment clients right now?
John'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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