Gender Discrimination Lawyers can give an expert opinion to whether a person has cases for gender discrimination. Gender discrimination can take many forms and any type is considered illegal within the workplace according to state and federal government. Even outside of the workplace, many kinds of sex discrimination practices are illegal. The process involved in putting together a case can be challenging and is where a gender discrimination lawyer comes in. A lawyer can help with the process of filing paperwork, involving work and police reports. They help the individual to put together the proper paperwork involved in order to prosecute in both criminal and civil court. Employers in some cases feel as they can get away with harassment, due to the employee fearing the loss of their job. When an individual feels something such as this has occurred an attorney is someone to consult with.