Briana Imran, a dedicated employment and civil rights attorney, has joined Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, P.C. (KCNF). Imran’s experience spans both federal government service and private advocacy, and she brings a deep understanding of employment law, administrative proceedings, and workplace rights to her legal practice.
“Briana is a valuable addition to our federal sector employment practice,” said Elaine Fitch, managing partner for KCNF. “Her substantial experience before federal administrative agencies will be an incredible asset to our clients and enhance our existing employment litigation capabilities.”
Before joining KCNF, Imran served as an attorney at the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in the Office of Federal Operations (OFO). In this role, she handled employment discrimination appeals from federal employees under Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Rehabilitation Act, often addressing complex legal questions related to class-wide discrimination, disability accommodations, and religious protections. Through her work, she played a critical role in shaping EEOC precedent and policy, ensuring that federal employment laws continue to evolve to meet modern workplace challenges.
Prior to her tenure at the EEOC, Imran served as an attorney advisor for the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA), where she represented and advised Foreign Service employees in employment-related disputes, grievance proceedings, security clearance challenges, and administrative investigations. She also negotiated with federal agencies on labor agreements and advocated for employees navigating disciplinary actions, EEO complaints, and workplace conflicts. Her experience in administrative hearings and mediation has given her invaluable insight into the procedural and strategic aspects of employment law.
Imran earned her Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School, where she received the GW Law Public Interest and Pro Bono Award and was recognized for her leadership in the Black Law Students Association. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Temple University, where she was an All-American gymnast and team captain.