Lisa A. Hernandez is Counsel at Smith Eibeler, LLC. Lisa practices plaintiff-side employment law, representing individuals in all aspects of employment law and litigation, including claims of unlawful termination and discrimination, sexual harassment and whistle-blower retaliation. Lisa also leads the firm’s education law practice, helping families and students with disabilities navigate special education disputes, school-based accommodations, and transition planning to prepare students for employment and independent living.

Education

  • Rutgers Law School - J.D. - 2005
  • Georgetown University - B.S. - 2001

Memberships and Committees

  • Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates

    Amicus Committee

  • New Jersey State Bar Association

    Higher Education Committee and School Law Committee

  • Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey
  • National Employment Lawyers Association
  • New Jersey Women Lawyers Association

Publications

Hernandez, L.A. (Apr. 2022). How the S3434 Year Can Make a Difference in Postsecondary Outcomes. New Jersey Lawyer (335) pp. 63-64. New Jersey State Bar Association.

Brett, V. and A. Selogie (Hosts). “Special Education Law with Lisa Hernandez”. Inclusive Education Project. Podcast audio, Feb. 8, 2022.

Eibeler, Christopher J. and Lisa A. Hernandez. (Sept. 2021). Beware of Principals Invoking Force Majeure to Avoid Paying COVID-19 Sales Commissions. Agency Sales Magazine. Manufacturers’ Agents National Association.

Stone, P. and Hernandez, L.A. (2012). “The Rhetoric and Reality of ‘Opting Out’: Toward a Better Understanding of Professional Women’s Decisions to Head Home” in Jones, B. (ed.) Women Who Opt Out: The Debate Over Working Mothers and Work-Family Balance. New York, NY: New York University Press, pp. 33-56.

Client Reviews*

We had a wrongful termination issue combined with a denial of unemployment insurance. Chris Eibeler was our primary attorney. His partner Bob Smith also consulted and gave us good advice. They were both so kind, caring, and professional. They guided us though a very tough time and a positive outcome...

Tom Wilson

I went to Smith Eibeler LLC for a last minute unemployment matter. Chris, Diane and his staff were very professional and easy to talk to. They provided knowledgeable insight and also kept me in the loop with the what was happening. I would not hesitate to go to him again.

John Jung

Chris Eibeler (and the whole team) is very knowledgeable in all aspects of employment/unemployment here in NJ. They break down the most difficult aspects of the law, which allows you to conceptualize and better understand the complexities of the NJ Labor & Employment system. Smith Eibeler should be...

Brian Allen

I approached Chris Eibeler regarding an unemployment case in early 2016. Him and his staff are some of the most professional people I have ever dealt with. The process took a while, but his approach to hard questioning helped me win my case. He knows how to get the job done and I am glad I went to...

Tim F.

I highly recommend the office of Smith Eibeler for employment related issues, particularly anything related to restrictive covenants or post-employment contracts. I found Smith Eibeler via the web and cannot believe how fortunate I am to have found them. My case was handled by Bob Smith who...

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