Employment discrimination lawyers frequently navigate the complex and changing area of employment law for individual and groups of employees that feel their rights have been violated, as well as for companies seeking to defend against claims of employment discrimination or to prevent potential future claims. For the most part, every employment discrimination lawyer will have in-depth understanding of all applicable federal employment laws, cases, and precedents. Additionally, depending on the location of their practice, these employment discrimination lawyers will also possess a comprehensive knowledge of the specific employment laws applicable to their own state and the specific cities within that state. In most cases, employees and employers seeking legal counsel regarding employment discrimination cases must consult with an attorney from the state, or even city, where the alleged discriminatory place of employment is located.