Sexual harassment filing can be done by employees or individuals themselves, both to the EEOC and the local authorities. However, when it comes to filing a lawsuit, individuals should consider hiring an attorney. Sexual harassment attorneys are versed in the laws and updates concerning sexual harassment laws. They are knowledgeable and know whether a case is likely to win or not, because of the many intricacies of the law. Hiring an attorney can be as easy as selecting the one you feel most comfortable with. Most attornies offer free consultations which give you the chance to gauge your comfort level with several different ones. Most also work on a contingency basis, meaning that you only pay once you've been awarded or settled with.