Shannon Herman - New York City, NY
Attorney at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC
Wage and Hour Law - Employee Lawyers in New York City, NY
The Nelson Tower 450 7th Avenue 30th Floor New York City, NY 10123
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New York City Wage and Hour Law - Employee Lawyer
Updated: 08/18/2026
Areas of Practice
- Wage and Hour Law - Employee
- Whistleblower - Qui Tam
- Wrongful termination - Employee
- Discrimination
- Employment
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Harassment
Attorney Information
Overview
Shannon Herman is an attorney who brings precision, strategic judgment, and compassionate advocacy to every client she represents.
Before joining the Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC, Shannon served as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn, New York. She draws on her prosecutorial experience to build compelling narratives and litigate with determination. As a prosecutor, Shannon worked closely with victims of crime and advocated for their rights. Her experience supporting victims strengthened her commitment to client-centered advocacy and now drives her work representing employees who face discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in the workplace.
Shannon earned her Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School, where she founded and led two student organizations focused on criminal justice reform and expanding access to legal resources for underserved communities. She also participated in the schoolβs Mediation Clinic, where she mediated disputes in civil and small-claims matters and strengthened her negotiation skills. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Clark University and is admitted to practice in New York.
Outside of her legal practice, Shannon enjoys crafting, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Education
Legal Education
- Brooklyn Law School, Brooklyn, New York
Non Legal Education
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Clark University
B.A., Bachelor of Arts
Major: Political Science and Government
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Languages
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English
Bar Admissions
- New York, 2025
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Contact
The Nelson Tower
450 7th Avenue
30th Floor
New York City, NY 10123
Phone Number: 855-281-7046
Email: Send a message
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