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Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB)

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Government Employees across the country are influenced by adverse action taken against them by the Federal Government . The action can take many forms from Reprimand to Suspension to Downgrade to Termination. The Edmunds Law Firm helps Federal Employees and Active Duty Military across the United States with any issues involving MSPB decisions. We fight for our clients and make formal requests for Reinstatement, lost wages and attorney fees. If you require an MSPB appeal, our experts can assist you.

Our Law Firm has offices coast to coast. We have over 40 yrs experience in MSPB , National Security Clearance and Military Law. If you need help or simply have questions about an MSPB appeal, allow The Edmunds Law Firm to find solutions.

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The Edmunds Law Firm has been representing clients throughout the United States for over 40 years. In many cases we received National recognition.

Mr. Edmunds has been featured in numerous newspapers throughout the United States and appeared on national TV relative to his representation.

The Merit Systems Protection Board, also known as the MSPB, is an appeals board that allows federal employees to challenge certain decisions made by the federal agencies where they are employed or were once employed. The MSPB, an independent agency of the Executive Branch, is designed to adjudicate appeals by federal employees of actions that involve discipline, termination of employment, lengthy suspensions, demotions, whistleblower retaliation and more. During a requested hearing, federal employees will be given the opportunity to present evidence that actions taken against them were unwarranted.

  • Those actions include:
  • Suspensions over 14 days
  • USERRA claims, even if you are in probationary status
  • VEO claims, if you previously filed with the Department of Labor first
  • Removals from federal service
  • Unfavorable suitability determinations
  • OPM denials of disability retirement actions
  • Individual Rights of Appeals in Whistleblower Retaliation Cases
  • Involuntary Retirements
  • Involuntary Removals
  • Demotions
  • Reductions in pay

Employees Who May Appeal Adverse Actions

  • Competitive service employees who have completed their 1-year probationary period probationary or trial period;
  • Excepted service employees, other than preference-eligibles, who are not serving a probationary or trial period and who have completed two years of current continuous service in the same or similar positions in a Federal Executive agency;
  • Postal Service employees, including supervisors and managers, engaged in personnel work who have completed one year of current continuous service in the same or similar positions and;
  • Veterans preference-eligible employees with at least one year of continuous employment in the same or similar positions outside the competitive service.

Why You Should Have Legal Representation:

Deciding whether to hire an attorney is an important decision in the MSPB appeal process because your federal government career is on the line. You have the right to be represented by a MSPB attorney during this complicated legal process. The Edmunds Law Firm has counseled and represented individuals before the MSPB decisions board for over 25 years. Please contact our office for a consultation regarding any potential MSPB appeal.

Cost of Representation

The Edmunds Law Firm is innovative and a leader in structuring retainers and payment plans for legal services for clients across the country. We also have limited-scope representation for individuals seeking only legal advice on narrow issues or for a limited period of time. Payment plans are available to all individuals and the law firm accepts credit card payment. Quality representation is deserved by all and should not be prohibited because of high legal fees. Our firm welcomes the opportunity to discuss cost of representation.

Merit Systems Protection Board Victories

Wrongful Termination Appeal – El Paso, Texas
September 2020

Do you believe that you have been wrongfully terminated from your employment with Federal Service?

If you answered “Yes” to this question, the Edmunds Law Firm can assist you in appealing the removal decision to the Merit Systems Protection Board.

Recently our client was terminated after almost thirteen (13) years in Federal Service. He made one minor mistake in an attempt to act in good faith and was punished with the ultimate penalty of removal. Our client felt that being reinstated to his position with the Government would not be a good fit for him due to the treatment he received from the Agency during the removal process. Thus, the Edmunds Law Firm  was able to negotiate with the Agency’s attorney to settle the case which awarded the client with a favorable letter of recommendation to seek employment elsewhere and an award of attorney fees to be paid to the client.

Don’t let the government end your career without a fight and put your livelihood in jeopardy. Call the Edmunds Law Firm today at 800.481.2526 to find out how we can help you.

Wrongful Termination Appeal — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
August 2020

Do you believe that you have been wrongfully terminated from your employment with Federal Service?

If you answered “Yes” to this question, the Edmunds Law Firm can assist you in appealing the decision to terminate you to the Merit Systems Protection Board.

Recently our client experienced disability discrimination from her Federal employer. She had followed the proper channels and requested a reasonable accommodation for her loss of vision to assist in her daily work duties.  Her reasonable accommodation was never provided, and she was terminated on a charge of subpar performance.

She hired the Edmunds Law Firm to walk her through the process of filing an appeal with the Merit Systems Protection Board. Through this process, our firm was able to reach a favorable settlement agreement which allows the client to retire from the agency,  apply and receive Federal Disability Retirement, and have the termination removed from her employment record. We were also able to recover a portion of the attorney fees the client had paid.

Don’t let the government discriminate against you and put your livelihood in jeopardy. Call the Edmunds Law Firm today at 800.481.2526 to find out how we can help you.

U.S. Transportation Security Agency — Settlement Agreement
April 2020

Taking on the federal government can be extremely daunting, even when you know you have been wronged through a violation of personnel practice. Going up against a government attorney when your career is on the line can case extreme stress and anxiety. These circumstances coupled with complicated legal procedure and precedent can lead to complications throughout your case. The Edmunds Law Firm has decades of experience litigating before the MSPB and is thoroughly prepared to advocate for you and your rights as a federal employee.

Our client was a high-level executive at his airport who faced problems with a newly appointed director. Through a lack of communication, oversight, and unacknowledged bad-faith, our client faced removal after a nearly 40-year career in federal service. Our client desired more than anything to move on from the experience and correct the black spot on his reputation.

With the help of the Edmunds Law Firm, our client was able combat common pitfalls including keeping his case before the Board in the face of a Jurisdiction Order and the Agency’s Motion to Dismiss. Ultimately, through mediation we were able to facilitate our client’s retirement while maintaining his positive record of honorable service.

Don’t fight the federal government alone. With our decades of experience prosecuting federal department and agency wrongful adverse actions, The Edmunds Law Firm is equipped with all the tools necessary to serve you. Call us today at 800.481.2526.

Disability Retirement Reconsideration
February 2020

Our client had been diagnosed with a plethora of ailments to include chronic pain, fibromyalgia, cervical DDD, spondylosis, sciatica, migraine headaches, and many others. As a result of these ailments, our client began having difficulty performing the essential duties of her position with the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA).

Our client initially received accommodations only in the form of a stool or chair. As this accommodation did not resolve her problem, our client stopped working for DeCA, and she was placed on leave without pay status. Upon submitting the Disability Retirement Statement and Application, our client received a denial letter from the Office of Personnel Management. Our client was ultimately removed from her position with DeCA due to the alleged inability to perform her job duties.

After retaining the Edmunds Law Firm to fight for her, we were able to submit a Request for Reconsideration of Disability Retirement. Our firm was able to provide additional explanation and supporting documentation of our client’s disabilities to the Office of Personnel Management. On February 3, 2020, we received a favorable decision approving our client’s Disability Retirement Pay. 

Don’t let the government push you around or ignore your disabilities and put your future in jeopardy. The Edmunds Law Firm has 43 years of experience helping clients resolve difficult Federal Employment issues. Call the Edmunds Law Firm today at 800.481.2526 to find out how we can help you.