Anyone have experience with filing workplace harassment/ hostile environment suit?

[OakLeaf]

Many years ago I worked for a civil rights law firm. They did their work on contingency. I think any reputable firm does. Still, there will be substantial expenses up front for costs. And you should be prepared for a retaliatory firing and at minimum an escalation in the harassment - although that too is compensable if you can prove it, companies like to fight a war of attrition whenever possible.

Your lawyer has probably explained the whole procedure - you're required to file the EEOC claim before suing, but they very rarely act, so things will have drug out for months before they can even get properly started.

I think Kiwi is right, sadly - for most people, pursuing any employment claim is an act of altruism. I assume you're already looking for other work. Can you afford what you want to take on for the sake of other people (present and future) in the firm? Do be sure to hire a law firm that specializes in civil rights. Like most fields of law, it can be pretty technical.

Much sympathy. Not a lot of advice.