About

Every federal career faces unique landmines—budget swings, leadership shake-ups, and rules that change overnight. With the right legal game-plan and a steady mindset, you can keep your job secure and your peace of mind intact.

NICE TO MEET YOU

I'm Lydia Taylor

I defend federal employees who’ve been sidelined for doing the right thing.

I spent years as an HR director enforcing employer policies. I saw how those same rules could be weaponized against the very people they were meant to protect. That’s why I traded HR for employee rights advocacy. Today I use insider know-how—from hiring regulations to labor-relations tactics—to level the playing field for the people who keep our government running.

If you’re feeling boxed in, silenced, or retaliated against, you don’t have to fight alone.

Protect Your Career

Know your rights, document your case, and block unfair discipline before it sticks.

Find Peace at Work

Pair airtight legal strategy with quick mindfulness resets so stress stops running the show.

Take Back Control

Whether you’re battling discrimination, whistleblower reprisal, or a surprise removal, we give you a step-by-step plan—and the advocacy—to win.

My Story

HR Insider-Turned-Advocate After years inside HR, I grew tired of watching policies used as weapons. Law school gave me the tools to fight back.
Hundreds of Cases, Real Results From EEOC hearings to MSPB appeals, I’ve helped employees reverse removals, win damages, and reclaim careers they thought were over.
Mindset Matters Legal victory alone isn’t enough. Teaching clients how to stay calm and clear-headed under pressure changes outcomes—and lives.

"Shaun Southworth and his team assisted me at every step of the way. Whether it was medical evidence or agency paperwork, nothing was overlooked or submitted late. It was an arduous process, but Southworth PC handled the details, saving me so much anxiety and stress. I am forever grateful!"

- Diana, Former Federal Employee

"Ms. Lydia Taylor and Shaun Southworth made me feel at home, like I had nothing to worry about, even though I felt like my life was falling apart. I was so proud of their performance. They did right by me. I am hear to tell you now that the judge DID side with my firm Southworth PC. He mitigated my Removal, validated the Whistleblower activity reinstated my employment with my agency...

- C'Rena, Federal Employee

"I wanted give kudos to the Southworth Team Lydia and Shaun for working on my case. They both were relentless in getting my case resolved. Thank You both for a GREAT Job!!!!"

- Patrick, Federal Employee

Why I Do It

Hard work should be rewarded, not punished.

Too often agency power goes unchecked and careers are derailed by bias, retaliation, or politics.

My mission is to stand in that gap—between employees and abusive systems—so merit, not fear, decides your future.

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