Las Vegas Attorneys for Gender Identity & Gender Expression Discrimination in the Workplace

At F. Travis Buchanan, Esq. & Associates, PLLC, we are proud to advocate for individuals throughout Las Vegas and the state of Nevada who have experienced discrimination or harassment in the workplace based on gender identity, gender expression, or transgender identity. Our law firm is deeply committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with dignity and fairness, regardless of how they identify or express themselves.

While Nevada and several other states—including California—explicitly prohibit employment discrimination based on gender identity and gender expression, many individuals continue to face adverse treatment, retaliation, and harassment at work. Although federal law is evolving, our firm stands at the forefront of pushing for broader protections and holding employers accountable under existing state and local laws.

Understanding Gender Identity

and Gender Expression

Gender identity refers to an individual’s internal understanding and identification as male, female, both, neither, or another gender—regardless of the sex they were assigned at birth.
Gender expression involves how a person presents their gender outwardly through dress, voice, mannerisms, hairstyle, and other social cues.

Transgender individuals, whose gender identity or expression differs from societal expectations based on their birth-assigned sex, often face discrimination in the workplace. This includes employees who are transitioning, non-binary, gender non-conforming, or otherwise perceived as not aligning with gender norms.

At F. Travis Buchanan, Esq. & Associates, PLLC, we believe in using the law to protect and affirm the rights of all individuals, especially in employment environments where gender-based discrimination still occurs far too often.

Examples of Gender Identity and

Transgender Discrimination at Work

Discrimination based on gender identity, gender expression, or transgender status may include:

Terminating or demoting an employee after learning about their gender identity or transition plans
Denying a transgender employee access to restrooms that align with their identity
Requiring an employee to use facilities inconsistent with their gender expression
Harassing, isolating, or mocking an employee for their gender presentation
Taking any adverse employment action due to gender identity or expression

These behaviors are not just unethical—they are illegal under Nevada employment law.

Your Right to Report and

Protection from Retaliation

Nevada law prohibits retaliation against employees who report discrimination or harassment related to gender identity, gender expression, or transgender status. This protection applies whether you:

Spoke to a supervisor or manager
Filed a formal complaint with Human Resources
Submitted a charge to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC)
Participated in a legal investigation or proceeding
Simply expressed opposition to discriminatory conduct

Even if it turns out that no legal violation occurred, employees are still protected from retaliation if their complaint was made in good faith. A retaliation claim can stand independently from the underlying discrimination claim.

Las Vegas Gender Discrimination Attorneys

Who Understand and Care

At F. Travis Buchanan, Esq. & Associates, PLLC, we have extensive experience representing clients who have been discriminated against, harassed, or retaliated against based on gender identity, gender expression, or transgender identity. Our Las Vegas employment law firm is committed to fighting for workplace equality and providing each client with compassionate and aggressive representation.

If you believe you've been the target of discrimination or retaliation in your workplace, don’t wait. Strict deadlines may apply. Contact F. Travis Buchanan, Esq. & Associates, PLLC today to speak with a Las Vegas gender discrimination lawyer who can help you assert your rights and start the legal process.