The Law Firm of Lydia Cotz
Lydia Cotz practices Employment Law, Whistleblowers, Qui Tams, Divorce & Family Law, and Civil Rights Law. Lydia Cotz serves the entire state of New Jersey and practices in both State and Federal courts in New Jersey. She is dedicated to protecting your rights and will help you get the compensation you deserve.
The Law Firm of Lydia Cotz
Lydia Cotz practices Employment Law, Whistleblowers, Qui Tams, Divorce & Family Law, and Civil Rights Law. Lydia Cotz serves the entire state of New Jersey and practices in both State and Federal courts in New Jersey. She is dedicated to protecting your rights and will help you get the compensation you deserve.
Employment Law
As an Employment Lawyer serving all of New Jersey, Lydia Cotz is there for you if you have been wrongfully terminated or victimized by unlawful business practices, and will work with you and assist you in receiving fair compensation. Lydia Cotz's practice encompasses all areas of employment law including discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, age, race, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy and domestic partnership. She regularly represents clients in claims arising under New Jersey’s whistle blower law, the Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) and has filed successful Qui Tams under the Federal and State False Claims Act. Lydia Cotz also counsels and advises employees with regard to various employment matters including requests for reasonable accommodations for a disability or pregnancy, the interactive process, Family Medical Leave Act and the New Jersey Family Leave Act. She also regularly reviews and advises clients regarding employment agreements including employment contracts, non-compete/non-solicitation agreements, and severance agreements. If the terms are inequitable or in violation of employment laws and regulations, Lydia Cotz will assist you in disputing or amending the terms of your contract. Lydia Cotz is available to review your employment agreement, including the terms of salary, commission, bonuses, and any non-solicitation or non-compete agreements they may include. Lydia Cotz prides herself in her skills and success in representing clients in every aspect of employment discrimination and civil rights issues. You work hard for your money and Lydia Cotz protects your rights as an employee.
Divorce and Family Law
Lydia Cotz assists clients with Divorce and Family Law matters, including Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence/Domestic Abuse cases as well as Palimony, Same Sex Divorce, Transgender Divorce, Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements, DCPP (DYFS) Cases, Relocation Cases, and more.
Civil Rights Law
As a Civil Rights Attorney, Lydia Cotz proudly represents and stands up for those whose civil rights have been violated. No matter the race, gender, age, physical disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, etc. Lydia Cotz has successfully recovered financial compensation and achieved a sense of justice for victims of Civil Rights infractions in both state and federal courts in New Jersey.
Credentials
- Former Member of the Bergen County District IIA Ethics Committe
- Adjunct Professor at Ramapo College
- Former Pool Public Defender for the Office of Parental Representation
- Committee Member of the Warren County Democratic Committee
- Former EEOC Mediator
- Certified Election Board Worker for Warren County
Employment Law
As an Employment Lawyer serving all of New Jersey, Lydia Cotz is there for you if you have been wrongfully terminated or victimized by unlawful business practices, and will work with you and assist you in receiving fair compensation. Lydia Cotz's practice encompasses all areas of employment law including discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, age, race, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy and domestic partnership. She regularly represents clients in claims arising under New Jersey’s whistle blower law, the Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) and has filed successful Qui Tams under the Federal and State False Claims Act. Lydia Cotz also counsels and advises employees with regard to various employment matters including requests for reasonable accommodations for a disability or pregnancy, the interactive process, Family Medical Leave Act and the New Jersey Family Leave Act. She also regularly reviews and advises clients regarding employment agreements including employment contracts, non-compete/non-solicitation agreements, and severance agreements. If the terms are inequitable or in violation of employment laws and regulations, Lydia Cotz will assist you in disputing or amending the terms of your contract. Lydia Cotz is available to review your employment agreement, including the terms of salary, commission, bonuses, and any non-solicitation or non-compete agreements they may include. Lydia Cotz prides herself in her skills and success in representing clients in every aspect of employment discrimination and civil rights issues. You work hard for your money and Lydia Cotz protects your rights as an employee.
Divorce and Family Law
Lydia Cotz assists clients with Divorce and Family Law matters, including Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence/Domestic Abuse cases as well as Palimony, Same Sex Divorce, Transgender Divorce, Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements, DCPP (DYFS) Cases, Relocation Cases, and more.
Civil Rights Law
As a Civil Rights Attorney, Lydia Cotz proudly represents and stands up for those whose civil rights have been violated. No matter the race, gender, age, physical disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, etc. Lydia Cotz has successfully recovered financial compensation and achieved a sense of justice for victims of Civil Rights infractions in both state and federal courts in New Jersey.
Credentials
- Former Member of the Bergen County District IIA Ethics Committe
- Adjunct Professor at Ramapo College
- Former Pool Public Defender for the Office of Parental Representation
- Member of the Press
- Committee Member of the Warren County Democratic Committee
- Former EEOC Mediator
- Certified Election Board Worker for Warren County