Steven M. "Steve" Frederick, Employment Attorney in Stamford, Connecticut
Over 37 years of legal practice
Stamford, CT
Practicing employment in Stamford since 1989.
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Steven M. "Steve" Frederick is an attorney based in Stamford, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Employment. Steven has over 37 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Stamford, CONNECTICUT
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Stamford, CONNECTICUT.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Stamford) (2020).
About Steven M. "Steve" Frederick: Steven M. "Steve" Frederick is an attorney based in Stamford, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Employment. Steven has over 37 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Steven takes on
Steven concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Stamford, Connecticut
Steven takes employment matters in Stamford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Steven agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Steven M. "Steve" Frederick — employment lawyer in Stamford
Steven M. "Steve" Frederick is an attorney based in Stamford, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Employment. Steven has over 37 years of legal experience.
Steve's diverse practice includes employment and labor law and a wide variety of commercial, civil, construction, and business litigation. Steve practices in state and federal trial and appellate courts, and has participated in domestic and international arbitrations and mediations conducted by the American Arbitration Association, JAMS, FINRA, and the International Chamber of Commerce. Steve also assists individuals and business entities resolve complex disputes without the need for formal litigation. Outside the litigation context, Steve serves as outside general counsel to privately held businesses and families, and in that role, helps clients achieve their business goals in a cost-effective and risk-appropriate manner. Steve also regularly advises and represents companies, key employees, and owners in connection with corporate, business, and transactional matters.
Steve graduated from Tufts University (B.S., magna cum laude, 1986), where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and Psi Chi National Honor Society, and New York University School of Law (J.D. 1989), where he was a Moot Court Advocacy Award recipient. He has served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of The Ferguson Library, Chairman of the Board of Directors of The Stamford Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the Advisory Board of Senior Employment Service, Inc., and Chairman of the Education Committee of the Stamford Chamber of Commerce. Steve has also served as a member of the Board of Directors of The Stamford Public Education Foundation, and as a Trustee of The Ferguson Library Foundation. Steve has also acted as an arbitrator in the Connecticut Bar Association’s Resolution of Legal Fee Disputes Program. In addition, Steve was formerly Program Chair of the Raymond E. Baldwin chapter of the American Inns of Court, an organization dedicated to the education and training of trial attorneys. He is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York.
Working with Steven on a employment matter
Steve's diverse practice includes employment and labor law and a wide variety of commercial, civil, construction, and business litigation. Steve practices in state and federal trial and appellate courts, and has participated in domestic and international arbitrations and mediations conducted by the American Arbitration Association, JAMS, FINRA, and the International Chamber of Commerce. Steve…
Who Steven represents
Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Stamford and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York University
J.D. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Steven's state bar admissions
New York
1990 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1989 · ACTIVE
Steven studied at J.D. in New York University.
Law school and academic background
Steven completed J.D. in New York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Steven has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Stamford)
2020
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Super Lawyer (since 2009)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — New England Super Lawyer (since 2009)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Stamford) (2020). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Super Lawyer (since 2009) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — New England Super Lawyer (since 2009) (2026).
Locations
Steven M. "Steve" Frederick's office in Stamford
Steven's primary office is at 600 Summer Street, 7th Floor, Stamford, Connecticut, 06901. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Steven M. "Steve" Frederick — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Stamford, Connecticut
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 Steven
Steven 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steven'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 Steven M. "Steve" Frederick
How much does it cost to hire Steven for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steven offer a free consultation?
Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Steven's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Connecticut 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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steven take my case if I'm outside Stamford?
Steven is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Steven 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 Steven?
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. Steven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steven accepting new employment clients right now?
Steven'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 Stamford, Hartford and New Haven in Connecticut
Steven handles employment matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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