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Rate your Legal Counsel or Judge

Evaluating the EEOC Administrative Judge

Evaluating the EEOC Judge

These questions focus on the Judge's management of the case, adherence to the MD-110, and impartiality

Procedural Fairness & Temperament

Did the Judge maintain a neutral and professional demeanor toward both parties throughout the proceedings?
No
Yes
Were the Judge’s orders (Acknowledgment and Order, Scheduling Orders) clear, concise, and easy to follow?
No
Yes
Did the Judge respond to motions or requests for status conferences within a reasonable timeframe?
No
Yes
Did you feel the Judge showed a recurring preference or deference toward Agency Counsel over the Complainant?
No
Yes

Case Management

How would you rate the Judge’s handling of discovery disputes? (e.g., Did they strictly enforce deadlines or allow the Agency to delay?)
Exceptional
Proficient
Poor
Extremely Poor
Did the Judge’s rulings reflect a deep understanding of EEO law (Title VII, ADA, PWFA, etc.)?
No
Yes
Did the Judge move the case toward a hearing or decision in a timely manner, or were there unexplained periods of dormancy?
No
Yes
During settlement or ADR discussions, did the Judge exert undue pressure on you to accept a specific outcome?
No
Yes

Evaluating the Attorney

Did the attorney explain complex legal procedures (like the "interactive process" or "summary judgment") in a way you could understand?
No
Yes
Did the attorney involve you in major strategic decisions, or did they act without your input?
No
Yes
How would you rate the quality of the discovery requests, motions, and briefs filed on your behalf?
No
Yes
Was the attorney fully prepared for depositions, meet and confers, and/or the hearing?
No
Yes
How effective was the attorney in negotiating with Agency Counsel or during mediation?
No
Yes
Did the attorney show specific expertise in the EEOC administrative process, or did they treat it like a standard civil court case?
No
Yes
Were the invoices clear, detailed, and consistent with the original fee agreement?
No
Yes
Did the attorney provide a realistic assessment of your case’s value and chances of success from the start?
No
Yes

Results

What was the final result?
Settlement
Summary Judgement for Agency
Decision for Complainant
Withdrawn
At what stage did the evaluation occur?
Discovery
Post-Hearing
Appeal
Did you represent yourself for any portion of the case?
No
Yes
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