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Mendy Halberstam, Employment Attorney in Miami, Florida

focused on Employment and Litigation

Miami, FL

Trusted employment attorney serving Miami.

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Mendy Halberstam is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Based in
Miami, FLORIDA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Miami, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).

About Mendy Halberstam: Mendy Halberstam is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Mendy Halberstam

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

Employment cases in Miami, Florida

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

Litigation cases in Miami, Florida

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

Biography

About Mendy Halberstam — Attorney of Florida employment experience

Mendy Halberstam is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Mendy Halberstam is a principal and office litigation manager of the Miami, Florida, office of Jackson Lewis P.C and a Florida Bar Board certified specialist in Labor and Employment Law.

Working closely with his clients across a wide range of industries, Mendy has experience representing parties before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and related state and local agencies, and has handled cases involving claims of race, age, disability and sex discrimination, as well as sexual harassment, retaliatory discharge, wage and hour, and non-compete/restrictive covenant issues. Given his civil rights litigation focus and deep commitment to understanding the issues impacting his clients, Mendy provides strong, thoughtful, and tailored defense of existing claims and proactive counsel to reduce the risk of future claims.

Mendy also has litigated cases arising under the Fair Housing Act and has handled numerous public-access and accommodations lawsuits under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Mendy represented various municipalities and police officers in defending complex civil rights lawsuits.

Mendy ranked fourth in his graduating class at Florida International University College of Law. He earned a number of distinctions including Dean's List for each eligible semester, Dean's Honor Society, CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Legal Research and Writing, Trial and Appellate Advocacy, and Sales of Goods Under the UCC. Mendy also served as a comments editor of the FIU Law Review, supervising a team of associate members. Finally, during the FIU Moot Court Competition, Mendy was awarded the "Runner-Up Best Orator" award by United States District Judges Cecilia Altonaga and K. Michael Moore, future Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Adalberto Jordan, and future Florida Supreme Court Justice Barbara Lagoa.

Working with Mendy on a employment matter

Mendy Halberstam is a principal and office litigation manager of the Miami, Florida, office of Jackson Lewis P.C and a Florida Bar Board certified specialist in Labor and Employment Law. Working closely with his clients across a wide range of industries, Mendy has experience representing parties before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and related state and local agencies, and…

Who Mendy represents

Mendy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Mendy Halberstam's legal education and bar admissions

  • Florida International University College of Law

    J.D. · 2009

Mendy studied at J.D. in Florida International University College of Law.

Law school and academic background

Mendy completed J.D. in Florida International University College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mendy runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Mendy Halberstam

Mendy has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026).

Locations

Mendy Halberstam's office in Miami

Mendy's primary office is at 1 SE 3rd Avenue, Suite 2300, Miami, Florida, 33131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1 SE 3rd Avenue, Suite 2300

Miami, Florida 33131

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mendy Halberstam — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Miami, Florida

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 Mendy

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Mendy'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 Mendy Halberstam

  • How much does it cost to hire Mendy for a employment case?

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

  • Does Mendy offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Florida 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. Mendy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mendy take my case if I'm outside Miami?

    Mendy is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mendy 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 Mendy?

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

  • Is Mendy accepting new employment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida

Mendy handles employment matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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