Drafting Legal Complaint Strategy

Summary

When filing a complaint in SDNY, its important to establish a prima facie case while being strategic about disclosure. Including quotes can strengthen your position, but avoid revealing all strategies. Mediation often encourages settlements, so consider how much to disclose for a quick settlement. Consulting a lawyer for strategic advice is beneficial. After filing, the defendant may request an extension and file a FOIA request with the EEOC to access your evidence. Be cautious about revealing your strategy in the complaint.

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After I file my complaint the defendant will ask for an extension to file an answer and will file a foia request with EEOC and get all of my evidence so behind that at sdny after they file an answer it will be an automatic referral to mediation and initial pilot discover so wouldn’t it be better if I plead a pretext show my strategy in the complaint for an early settlement?
When drafting your complaint, you should clearly establish your prima facie case, but be cautious about revealing all your strategies. Mediation can lead to settlements, so consider disclosing enough to show strength. Consulting a lawyer for strategic advice on disclosure can be beneficial. Would you like help connecting with a local lawyer for more specific guidance?