Meet the Attorneys of The Devadoss Law Firm
A Career In Federal Employment Law
When you choose The Devadoss Law Firm, P.L.L.C., your case will be handled personally by an experienced attorney. You will benefit directly from our extensive experience and exclusive focus in handling federal labor and employment law matters.
Bobby Devadoss formerly worked as an attorney for the Federal Labor Relations Authority and later took a position with the Federal Aviation Administration before opening his own law firm. With offices in Dallas, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta, Mr. Devadoss represents federal employees nationwide in disciplinary proceedings ( MSPB), civil rights advocacy ( EEOC) and work injury claims ( OWCP). He also counsels labor unions and governmental agencies.
He has been approached by the Washington Examiner and Fox News for his expertise in this particular area dealing with federal employees, and has also been quoted in The New York Times and CNN.
Stephanie Glynn Bernstein is a Managing Attorney with our law firm and she also shares our passion for helping federal government employees with their work-related problems. Ms. Bernstein is a graduate of the University of Virginia and Emory University School of Law, where she served as a Notes and Comments Editor on the International Law Review. Stephanie has served as an intern for a U.S. EEOC Judge as well as an intern for the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of the Solicitor and the U.S. Senate. Ms. Bernstein focuses her practice on litigating labor and employment cases, with an emphasis on employment litigation. She has represented hundreds of federal employees in EEOC and MSPB cases in administrative courts across the country and has a strong track record of successfully negotiating settlements on behalf of her clients. She also has extensive experience in arbitration hearings and sensitive investigations and routinely drafts responses to proposed discipline. Ms. Bernstein understands the administrative litigation process and knows how to advocate on behalf of federal employees to secure a favorable outcome for her clients. In her position as the firm’s Managing Attorney, Ms. Bernstein also manages and all of the attorneys at the firm.
Tyler J. Sroufe is the Senior Supervisory Attorney at our law firm. Mr. Sroufe advises our litigation team on issues faced by public sector employees. His practice is primarily dedicated to EEOC and MSPB matters, responses to proposed disciplinary actions, and investigations into potential misconduct. Mr. Sroufe has handled hundreds of cases and achieved favorable results for his clients through litigation and settlement of EEOC and MSPB claims. He also oversees the submission of OPM Disability applications. Mr. Sroufe graduated from The University of New Mexico with a degree in Finance and earned his Juris Doctorate from The University of Pittsburgh School of Law. He has a passion for community involvement and was awarded The University of Pittsburgh School of Law Community Service Award for his work at the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. Prior to joining The Devadoss Law Firm, Attorney Sroufe clerked at Weisel, Xides & Foerster, LLP in downtown Pittsburgh, PA and assisted clients with legal issues in real estate and zoning. When he is not at work, he enjoys attending sporting events and reading classic literature.
Ryan Aubrey is the Assistant Supervisory Attorney with for our litigation team. Ryan is firmly committed to advocating for federal employees and guiding them through difficult times. His practice is focused on assisting federal employees with their EEO and MSPB matters and he has secured successful judgments and settlements up to six-figures from courts across the country. Mr. Aubrey also has a strong record of creative mediation agreements and positive appeal decisions for his clients. In addition to working with clients, Mr. Aubrey is responsible for training new associates and providing guidance to the senior associates. Mr. Aubrey graduated from SUNY Buffalo with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa College of Law. While in law school, he externed for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Iowa and was a summer intern for Judge Jay Bender in Collin County. In his free time, Mr. Aubrey enjoys traveling, playing cards, and spending time with his friends and family.
McRae Cleaveland is an Assistant Supervisory Attorney at the Devadoss Law Firm PLLC, McRae primarily focuses on litigating discrimination and adverse employment actions before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). McRae also handles internal employment investigations up to and including assisting clients with responding to proposed discipline. Additionally, McRae has experience negotiating settlement agreements on behalf of federal employees. Throughout his legal career, McRae has handled countless cases involving federal government agencies such as USPS, Veterans Affairs, Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and many more. In addition to his own practice, McRae supervises and provides guidance to our associate and senior associate attorneys.
Kelley Craig is a Supervisory Attorney with our law firm. Kelley is firmly committed to advocating for federal employees and guiding them through difficult times. Her practice is focused on assisting federal employees with their OWCP matters and she has been very successful. Ms. Craig graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in International Business. She obtained her Juris Doctorate from Texas A&M University School of Law. While in law school, Kelley actively participated in the Family Law Clinic where her passion to help others grew. In her spare time, Kelley enjoys watching Texas Tech sporting events and spending time with her family, friends, and her dog, Pablo.
Morgan Smith is an Assistant Supervisory Attorney at the Devadoss Law Firm PLLC, Morgan primarily focuses on litigating discrimination and adverse employment actions before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). She also handles internal employment investigations, Office of Special Counsel (OSC) complaints, and assists clients with responding to proposed discipline. Additionally, Morgan has experience negotiating settlement agreements on behalf of federal employees. Throughout her legal career, Morgan has handled countless cases involving federal government agencies such as USPS, Veterans Affairs, U.S. Attorney’s Office, National Security Agency, and many more. In addition to her own practice, Morgan supervises and provides guidance to our associate and senior associate attorneys.
Chris Forasiepi is a senior associate attorney with our law firm. Chris primarily represents clients in EEO complaints, MSPB appeals, OSC/OIG investigations, and proposed disciplinary matters. Chris also acts as the subject matter expert in FERS and CSRS disability retirement applications processed through the OPM. He has an extremely high success rate in contesting OPM’s decisions through MSPB appeals when they rule against our clients. Chris graduated from the OU College of Law and received two bachelors from UNT, one in psychology and the other in political science. Like his fellow associates at our law firm, Attorney Forasiepi has a passion for helping federal employees with their employment matters. In his spare time Chris enjoys relaxing with friends, playing board games, and reading books.
Carson Bridges is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. Carson is dedicated to advocating for federal employees and guiding them through difficult times. Carson’s practice is primarily focused on assisting federal employees with their EEO claims. Carson graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and earned his Juris Doctorate from Texas A&M School of Law. Prior to joining The Devadoss Law Firm, Carson represented employees in the private sector and assisted them with several types of employment disputes. In his free time Carson enjoys watching sports, playing with his dog, and traveling.
Lisa Varughese is a Senior Associate at our law firm. She is passionate about helping federal employees and works hard to take care of her clients and her team. Ms. Varughese received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Texas at Dallas and earned her Juris Doctorate from the Texas A&M University School of Law. When she is not advocating for her clients, she enjoys spending time with her husband and her family, volunteering, and traveling.
Claire Ocana is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. Claire is committed to advocating for federal employees and guiding them through difficult times. Claire graduated from Southern Methodist University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and earned her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. During law school, Claire was an Expulsion Prosecutor for Chicago Public Schools as well as a Volunteer Mediator at the Cook County Courthouse. Claire was a Senior Editor as well as a Symposium Editor on the Children’s Legal Rights Journal at Loyola. In her free time, Claire enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, and trying new restaurants in town.
Shane Robertson is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. Shane is dedicated to advocating for federal employees and helping them navigate through difficult situations. Shane graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelors of Business in Marketing and earned his Juris Doctorate from Tulsa University College of Law. In his free time, Shane enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching sports, and traveling.
Tiffany Snead is a Senior Associate Attorney with our law firm primarily assisting injured clients with their federal worker’s compensation claims throughout all stages of the OWCP process. Tiffany also assists clients with their FERS disability retirement applications. She is committed to helping federal employees with their work-related injuries, and ensuring that they are properly represented from the time they become injured to the time they ultimately decide to return to work or retire. Tiffany received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Louisiana State University, and attended Loyola University New Orleans College of Law to obtain her Juris Doctor. In her free time, Tiffany enjoys cooking, trying new restaurants, traveling, and playing with her dog and cat, Pierre and Baloo.
Stacie Dowell is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. Stacie is dedicated to advocating for federal employees and guiding them through difficult times. Stacie graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and earned her Juris Doctorate from Texas A&M School of Law. In her free time, Stacie enjoys painting, spending time with friends, and traveling.
Michael Sheeter is an associate attorney with our law firm. Michael is devoted to advocating for federal employees and assisting them through their EEO and MSPB matters. Michael graduated from UNT with a Bachelor of Business in Finance and earned his Juris Doctorate from Texas A&M University School of Law. During Law School, Michael passionately advocated for his clients as a student attorney in the Family Law Clinic and worked as a summer intern for the Department of Labor. In his spare time, Michael likes to play and watch soccer, and spend time with his family, friends, and dogs, Darla, Mayla, and Rosie.
Veronica Harte is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. Veronica graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Arts in History and a minor in French. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Florida A&M University College of Law where she was a member of the Mock Trial team. In her free time, Veronica enjoys traveling, baking, and running.
Alexandra Reasonover is a Senior Associate Attorney with our law firm. Alexandra has dedicated her career to advocating for federal employees across the country, focusing primarily on claims with The Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs and FERS Disability Retirement applications processed through Office of Personnel Management. She takes pride in making sure her clients get the attention they need and the justice they deserve. Alexandra graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management and a minor in Constitutional Studies. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Oklahoma City University School of Law. While in law school, Alexandra served as an Academic Fellow and a member of Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society. In her free time, Alexandra enjoys watching Oklahoma football games and spending time with her family, friends, and rescue dogs.
Kelly Dowd is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. She graduated from the University of New Haven with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and earned her Juris Doctorate from Roger Williams University School of Law. During law school, Kelly was a Rule 9 Student Advocate for the Rhode Island Public Defender’s Office and an extern at the Federal Public Defender’s Office for the District of Rhode Island. She was also a Student Attorney for the RWU Law Criminal Defense Clinic and advocated for driver’s license restoration for indigent clients with the RWU Law’s Pro Bono Collaborative Program. In her free time, Kelly likes reading, attending live music events, and finding new coffee shops.
Linda Sulik is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. She graduated cum laude from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. After spending five years as a paralegal, she went to law school and graduated cum laude from the University of North Texas College of Law. During law school, she was a teaching fellow, helping first-year students with legal writing, and was the managing editor of On the Cusp. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering for Dallas CASA, doing yoga, and spending time with friends and family.
Joi Moseley is an Associate Attorney. Joi brings a unique perspective to helping clients as a former federal employee having worked on Capitol Hill. She attended Southern Nazarene University where she received a Bachelor of Arts multidisciplinary degree in Business, Education, and Spanish and earned her Juris Doctorate from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law. Free time finds Joi with family and friends, either traveling or tracking her favorite tennis players.
Carson Bailey is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. She received her Juris Doctor and Graduate Diploma in Comparative Law from the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Cente. Carson graduated cum laude with her Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and minor in International Studies from Mississippi State University. In her free time, Carson enjoys trying new restaurants, traveling, and spin classes.
Austin Tims is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. He is committed to advocating for federal employees and passionate about helping them through difficult times. Austin graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Communication Studies. He earned his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s University School of Law. In his free time, Austin enjoys watching sports, spending time with his friends and family, and playing with his dog.
Jason Mao is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. His work is focused on helping guide federal employees through EEO and MSPB matters. He graduate from UNC Chapel Hill with a Bachelors of Arts in Political Science, and earned his Juris Doctorate from Washington University in St Louis School of Law. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his friends and family, as well as reading books on history.
Maya Glaspie is an Associate Attorney with our law firm. Maya is committed to advocating for federal employees and guiding them through difficult times. Maya graduated from Fayetteville State University with a Bachelor of Art in History and earned her Juris Doctorate from Howard University School of Law. In her free time, Maya enjoys tapping and playing the flute, saxophone, and guitar.
Andrea Meadows is our law firm’s office manager and she shares a passion for helping federal employees with their work-related problems. Ms. Meadows has an undergraduate degree in Finance from Houston Baptist University and she, in her role as the firm’s Office Manager, oversees the firm’s daily day-to-day operations and keeps the entire team on track. Ms. Meadows duties also include managing all of the administrative staff, overseeing accounting in general and handling all billing and payment issues for the entire firm. When not working to keep our law firm organized and running smoothly, Andrea spends her free time either golfing [as she is an INCREDIBLE player], traveling with her fiancee’ or playing with her dogs.
Miranda Zepeda is our law firm’s Assistant Office Manager. Miranda provides direct support to the Office Manager and works closely with firm management on daily operations, marketing and other administrative projects. Like her co-workers, Miranda shares a passion for helping federal employees with their work-related problems. She has a Masters in Management from Hardin-Simmons University. In her spare time, Miranda loves to spoil her dog, Mocha, travel, play disc golf, and spend time with her friends and family.
Cindi Macias is a Legal assistant with our law firm, she primarily works with our litigation division. Cindi works closely with the associate attorneys, senior associate attorneys and Litigation management team to ensure that all client’s calls and other communications are routed to the appropriate point of contact. Cindi provides support and facilitates the process of signing and drafting documents. In her spare time, Cindi loves to work out and spend time with her daughters.
Claudia Fierro is a Senior Legal assistant with our law firm, and she primarily works with our Workers Compensation division. Claudia works closely with the associate attorneys senior associate attorneys and the Supervisory attorney ensure that all our client’s calls and other communications are routed to the appropriate point of contact. She also plays a major role in contacting, communicating, and gathering the needed medical information both from clients as well as health care providers. In her spare time, Claudia loves to read, binge watch her favorite shows, and spend time with her family.
Regan Butler is a Legal assistant with our law firm, and she primarily works with our Workers Compensation division. Regan works closely with our associate attorneys and like her co-workers she shares a passion for helping federal employees. In her spare time, Regan likes to read novellas, sing, spend time with friends and family and listen to True Crime podcasts.
Meagan Brooks is a Legal Assistant with our law firm. Meagan is likely one of the first voices clients hear when calling the firm. Meagan directs incoming communications and clients to the correct departments and provides support for the Office Manager. In her spare time, Meagan loves playing with her puppy, Bailee, exploring the outdoors, and hanging out with her friends.
Learn More About Attorney Bobby Devadoss
To learn more about the background of Mr. Devadoss and his legal team, follow the links below:
- Bobby Devadoss
- Stephanie Glynn Bernstein
- Tyler Sroufe
- Ryan Aubrey
- Kelley Craig
- Morgan Smith
- McRae Cleaveland
- Chris Forasiepi
- Jason Mao
- Austin Tims
- Lisa Varughese
- Michael Sheeter
- Claire Ocana
- Linda Sulik
- Carson Bailey
- Carson Bridges
- Kelly Dowd
- Veronica Harte
- Stacie Dowell
- Shane Robertson
- Joi Moseley
- Tiffany Snead
- Maya Glaspie
- Alexandra Reasonover
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