Can I file a grievance with the state bar regarding sexual harassment by my former employer, who is an attorney?
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Can I file a grievance with the state bar regarding sexual harassment by my former employer, who is an attorney?
During the course of my employment for a solo practitioner attorney , I saved multiple emails from the attorney that were way out of line. I made my objections to his sometimes graphic advances very well known. After my husband and I because pregnant, the sexual harassment turned into mental torture, as well as insinuated violance (throwing books towards my desk, etc). I had to quit because of all the stress. I do not want to file a lawsuit against him but I would like for there to be some kind of repercussions for his actions.
Asked on June 15, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Texas
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes you can file a grievance, but the State Bar is probably not going to be able to do much. The State Bar focuses more on his professional representation of clients and has he committed malpractice. Unfortunately, many attorneys are less than nice people and they still carry a bar card. However, you can file a complaint with the EEOC or the Texas Human Rights Commission. Either agency can receive and address the issues that you have outlined. Your complaint would be sexual harrassment and hostile work environment. Both have websites which can provide you guidance and instructions on how to proceed with your complaint.
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