About

NICE TO MEET YOU

I'm Shaun Southworth

After years of fighting for federal employees, I’ve seen firsthand how workplace challenges can disrupt careers and peace of mind. But with the right knowledge and strategy, you can protect your rights, navigate obstacles, and create a career that works for you—not against you.

Now, I use my experience to help federal employees like you stand up for justice, make informed decisions, and find peace at work.

My Story

I’ve always believed in the power of hard work and fairness. As the first in my family to graduate from college, I didn’t get here because of privilege—I got here because the merit system saw potential in me and I went from a double wide trailer to Duke Law, and now run a growing law firm representing federal employees. Identified by my teachers and standardized test scores, I was given opportunities that changed my life. That’s why I’m passionate about protecting the Merit System and standing up for civil rights.

After law school, I saw firsthand how some federal employees—dedicated professionals who serve our country—were too often mistreated, pushed out, or silenced for doing the right thing. I knew I had to fight for them. Over the years, I’ve helped hundreds of federal employees challenge unfair treatment, defend their rights, and reclaim their careers.

But I also know that winning a case isn’t enough—peace of mind matters, too. As a mindfulness practitioner, I’ve seen how mindfulness can transform stress into clarity, fear into confidence, and uncertainty into action. That’s why I wrote Finding Peace at Work and launched The Mindful Workplace Podcast—to help federal employees not just survive, but thrive.

If you’re facing challenges in your federal career, know this: you’re not alone. With the right strategy, the right knowledge, and the right mindset, you can stand up, push forward, and find peace at work.

Why I Do It

Fairness and opportunity shouldn’t be privileges—they should be rights. I was fortunate that the merit system recognized my potential, opening doors that changed my life. But too often, I’ve seen federal employees—people who dedicate their careers to serving our country—face unjust treatment, career-ending retaliation, and overwhelming stress with nowhere to turn.

I do this work because no one should have to fight alone. Every federal employee deserves a workplace that honors their contributions, protects their rights, and allows them to thrive. That’s why I’ve made it my mission to stand up for those who stand up for our country—and to help federal employees not just defend their careers, but find peace at work.