The Experienced Local Team You Can Trust

Lehigh Valley Employment Law Attorneys

Last updated on August 12, 2026

Employment law governs the complex relationship between employers and employees. When issues arise, both sides have distinct interests. Whether you are a worker seeking to protect your rights or a small business owner endeavoring to maintain a stable and productive work environment for your company, our local team can help you pursue your employment law goals.

At Deschler Law, our dedicated Bethlehem employment law attorneys have extensive roots in the Lehigh Valley. We represent local employees and employers in Pennsylvania workplace law disputes and concerns. Our knowledgeable lawyers are proud members of the community, and they are heavily invested in safeguarding our clients’ futures with strategic legal support.

Employee Representation

The employment law needs of Lehigh Valley employees can vary considerably. Our attorneys use their extensive experience to provide compassionate yet assertive representation in an array of areas, including:

Wrongful termination: While Pennsylvania is an at-will employment state, employees do have legal recourse if a firing was for an illegal reason.
Discrimination and harassment: State and federal laws prohibit workplace discrimination and harassment based on protected status, such as race, sex, age, color, religion or disability.
Retaliation: Employers can be held legally accountable when they terminate or take other adverse actions against employees for being a whistleblower, asserting their rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or engaging in other protected activities.
Wage and hour claims: Employees can seek relief when they suffer financial harm due to misclassification, misreporting of hours, overtime violations, “off-the-clock” work requirements and other forms of unlawful wage theft.

If you suspect your rights have been violated in any manner by your employer, our employment law attorneys can candidly assess your options and advocate for your best interests. We also assist workers with unemployment claims.

Services For Employers

With extensive employment law insights, our team advises small businesses in Bethlehem and throughout the Lehigh Valley on workplace disputes and compliance. For such companies, failure to properly address employment law issues can have considerable financial implications. Our team provides area employers with comprehensive solutions for concerns such as:

Employee handbooks: Our attorneys can craft an employee handbook for your organization that contains clear policies on discipline procedures and other critical employment issues.
Noncompete agreements: Crafting an enforceable noncompete agreement can be highly challenging in Pennsylvania. Our attorneys have the skill and precision necessary to protect your business through the effective use of such documents.
Employment contracts: Our lawyers can negotiate and draft employment agreements that aim to contractually secure your business interests.

Our objective when representing local employers is to ensure our clients receive the comprehensive and tailored services they need to successfully navigate the complexities of the employer-employee relationship.

Frequently Asked Questions About Employment Law In Pennsylvania

When employment law issues arise, it can be critical to receive clear answers to your questions.

What qualifies as wrongful termination in Pennsylvania?

Wrongful termination is a firing that is based on a discriminatory, retaliatory or other unlawful or contractually barred reason. While Pennsylvania employers are generally not required to have cause to fire employees, vague explanations of a termination could raise concerns that a prohibited bias or motivation is being concealed.

How long do I have to file an employment discrimination complaint in Pennsylvania?

You have 180 days to bring an employment discrimination claim with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission. Failure to meet such deadlines may result in the loss of your ability to seek a legal remedy.

Does a small business in Pennsylvania need an employee handbook?

An employee handbook details the rules and expectations for the workers at a company. While not required by law in Pennsylvania, a well-drafted handbook is a vital risk-management tool for small businesses. It establishes clear expectations and provides a documented framework for personnel decisions and disciplinary actions. This can prove invaluable in preventing disputes and defending against claims of discrimination or other unlawful conduct.