Skip to main content
Find a Lawyer
Lawrence & Queen

Lawrence & Queen - Richmond, VA

Employment Law Lawyers in Richmond, VA

701 East Franklin St Suite 700 Richmond, VA 23219

  • 3 Super Lawyers®
  • 1 Attorney Rating
  • 17 Years 
    Experience

Richmond Employment Law Firm

Updated: 02/16/2026

Reviews

Customer Reviews for Lawrence & Queen

4.3 out of 5
12 Reviews
Learn more about our review guidelines.
12 Reviews

Read reviews that mention:

Clients have highlighted the following topics in their reviews. Each topic includes a count of related reviews. Read reviews that mention the following topics.
  • By Anonymous on Mar. 15, 2023
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2023
    Recommends this Law firm
    Passero Employment Law is an outstanding firm that cares about their clients & tailor’s strategies to meet real solution’s for real people.. Mark should absolutely earn a “Best in Class” award for communication and client satisfaction.. A++
  • By Anonymous on Jan. 24, 2023
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2021-2022
    Recommends this Law firm
    I engaged Passero Employment Law as a small business owner. Mark was amazing in helping me through my legal situation. He kept me informed at all times during the drawn out process, was always available. He gave me very frank advice and made sure to always put my interest above his own. He handled the delicate balance of the principal-agent relationship with perfection. In the end he helped me achieve the best settlement possible. I would absolutely recommend Passero Employment Law to any small business owner looking for legal services.
  • By Anonymous on Jan. 20, 2023
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2013-2023
    Recommends this Law firm
    We are a small business that has worked with Mark Passero for a number of years. He has assisted us with contracts, employment issues, and other legal questions. His guidance has always been well-informed and clear, and he is very quick to respond to our requests. Highly recommend having him in your corner.
  • By Anonymous on Jan. 20, 2023
    Verified Client
    Consulted Law firm 2023
    Recommends this Law firm
    Very detailed, experienced, and Professional, I really recommend Mark Passero for everyone. You will never be disappointed.

Areas of Practice

  • Employment Law
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Civil Rights
  • Discrimination
  • Government Agencies & Programs
  • Labor Law
  • Sexual Harassment
  • State, Local & Municipal Law
  • Whistleblower Retaliation
  • COVID-19 Rights
  • Professional License Defense
  • Disability Discrimination & Accommodations
  • Wage & Hour Issues
  • Employers & Business
  • Wrongful Termination
  • Federal & State Employees
  • Benefit Issues
  • Family-Medical Leave
  • Non-Compete Agreements
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Pregnancy & Childbirth Retaliation

Firm Information

Overview

Employment law is our passion.

The last thing you want to worry about is making wrong legal decisions that can lead to more problems. You have to know your rights. Our caring team of professionals is dedicated to helping you with your employment related problems.

We have a team of dedicated lawyers available to represent workers who have suffered from wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and to represent employees for grievances, contracts, benefits, health & safety, medical leave, wage payment, overtime, and whistleblower issues. Our lawyers are devoted exclusively to employment law and are all experienced in complex employment law issues. Because our attorneys are devoted exclusively to employment law, we are able to stay abreast of breaking legal developments that affect your rights in the workplace. Lawrence & Queen prides itself on knowledge of the law, attention to detail, and thorough analysis and review of every issue in every case.

We bring to each case a long history of legal competence, ethics, professionalism and standards, blended with a 21st century approach to technology. Our effective use of technology allows us to compete vigorously with even the largest of defense firms.

Our mission is to provide you with quality legal counsel, individualized attention, the highest level of professionalism and a commitment to serve your needs to the fullest. These are not idle promises. These are the rules by which we live and work and the principles we follow to grow our reputation and our practice.

Ongoing clear communication between client and attorney is critical to the best outcome of a legal case. As your attorneys, we promise to return your phone calls promptly and keep you regularly informed of all actions taken on your behalf, including the current status, changes and any new directions.


Awards and Honors

Super Lawyers® Selectees

SuperLawyers

Lawrence & Queen selected for a Super Lawyers® list

  • Passero, Ashley R. On a Super Lawyers® List
  • Penn-Taylor, Alicia M. On a Super Lawyers® List
  • Porter, Kaley A. On a Super Lawyers® List

Languages

  • Spanish

Previous Law Firm Names

  • Lawrence & Associates

Classes and Seminars

  • Common Misconceptions In Human Resources In Virginia, January 26, 2006
  • Employee Discharge And Documentation In Virginia, October 6, 2005 - October 6, 2006
  • Employment Law From A To Z In Virginia, March 14, 2006

Representative Clients

  • Blue Collar Employees
  • White Collar Employees
  • Federal, State and Local Government Employees
  • Postal Workers
  • Civil Service Employees
  • Health Care Professionals
  • Teachers
  • Small Business Owners

Published Works

Articles

  • Is there a 'smoking gun' hurdle for plaintiffs in employment discrimination suits with mixed motives?, VTLA Journal, Winter, 2004
  • The Family Medical Leave Act: Employees' and employers' responsibilities to ensure compliance, VTLA Journal, Summer, 2005

Attorneys

Lisa K. Lawrence

View Profile

Ms. Barbara Allyn Queen

Partner

(1)
View Profile

Hope R. Amezquita

View Profile

Ashley R. Passero

Super Lawyers®
View Profile

Lisa K. Lawrence

View Profile

Ms. Barbara Allyn Queen

Partner

(1)
View Profile

Hope R. Amezquita

View Profile

Ashley R. Passero

Super Lawyers®
View Profile

Contact

Google Map

Richmond, VA

701 East Franklin St Suite 700
Richmond, VA 23219

Directions

Phone: 804-409-8689

Fax: (804) 643-9368

Email: Send a message

Website: https://www.lawrencequeen.com/ (Richmond Employment Attorney)

Hours: M-F 8:30am-5:00pm

  • Credit Cards Accepted

Disclaimer

Your Profile?  Update Now

When viewing a listing, consider the state advertising restrictions to which lawyers and law firms must adhere, as well as our FindLaw.com Legal Directory disclaimer. Some lawyers publish comparative information regarding the services that they provide which may be subject to specific comparative communications restrictions.

How do I choose a lawyer?

Consider the following:

  • Comfort Level – Are you comfortable telling the lawyer personal information? Does the lawyer seem interested in solving your problem?
  • Credentials – How long has the lawyer been in practice? Has the lawyer worked on other cases similar to yours?
  • Cost – How are the lawyer's fees structured — hourly or flat fee? Can the lawyer estimate the cost of your case?
  • City – Is the lawyer's office conveniently located?

Not sure what questions to ask a lawyer?

Here are a few to get you started:

  • How long have you been in practice?
  • How many cases like mine have you handled?
  • How often do you settle cases out of court?
  • What are your fees and costs?
  • What are the next steps?

Want to check lawyer discipline?

It is always a good idea to research your lawyer prior to hiring. Every state has a disciplinary organization that monitors attorneys, their licenses, and consumer complaints. By researching lawyer discipline you can:

  • Ensure the attorney is currently licensed to practice in your state
  • Gain an understanding of his or her historical disciplinary record, if any.
  • Determine the seriousness of complaints/issues which could range from late bar fees to more serious issues requiring disciplinary action.