Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience. Q: I was told that when under continuing resolution status, we are unable to get overtime and must accept compensatory time instead. Is this correct? A: It may be legal depending on your circumstances. Some employees whose basic rate of pay exceeds that of a GS-10, Step 10 can be required to take compensatory time in place of overtime pay. Many agencies continue to offer overtime pay for employees above that…