Law Offices of F. Benjamin Riek III – Cleveland, OH

Law Offices of F. Benjamin Riek III: Dedicated Employment Advocacy

The Law Offices of F. Benjamin Riek III is a specialized legal practice based in Downtown Cleveland, focused exclusively on protecting the rights of employees. Led by F. Benjamin Riek III, an attorney with over 40 years of legal experience, the firm provides aggressive representation for individuals who have been treated unfairly in the workplace. Unlike general practitioners, Attorney Riek dedicates his entire practice to employment law, ensuring that he stays at the forefront of the constantly evolving state and federal labor regulations.

Fighting for Fair Treatment

Attorney Riek understands that facing an employer in a legal dispute can be intimidating. His firm levels the playing field, offering counsel to workers across Ohio who have suffered from illegal employment practices.

• Workplace Discrimination: Representing clients who have been fired, demoted, or harassed based on age, race, gender, religion, or disability in violation of the Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Wrongful Termination: Challenging firings that violate public policy or breach employment contracts.
• Wage and Hour Disputes: Fighting for employees who have been denied overtime pay, minimum wage, or have been misclassified as independent contractors to avoid paying benefits.
• Whistleblower Protection: Defending the rights of workers who have reported illegal activity or safety violations and faced retaliation from their employers.
• Sexual Harassment: Providing a safe and confidential environment for victims to seek justice against harassers and the companies that enable them.

Experienced and Personalized Counsel

F. Benjamin Riek III has been practicing law since 1978. His deep knowledge of the local court systems in Northeast Ohio and his admission to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit allow him to handle even the most complex litigation. As a solo practitioner, he offers a level of personal attention that large firms cannot match. Clients work directly with him, not a junior associate, ensuring that their case is handled with the care and expertise it deserves.

"Your job is your livelihood. When that is threatened illegally, you need an advocate who will stand up for you."

The firm is conveniently located in the Fifth Third Building in Downtown Cleveland, making it accessible to clients throughout Cuyahoga and Summit counties.