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Steven S.

Steven Stark

585 reviews
For over 30 years, Steven Stark has offered counsel to non-profit organizations and private companies. He has a passion for helping small businesses in particular since he himself started several businesses of his own in New York and Florida. He understands the importance of small businesses having a reliable attorney to advise them about legal matters from their inception.
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Lauri Donahue

551 reviews
Lauri Donahue has been practicing law for more than 25 years. She advises high-tech, media, and entertainment companies in the U.S., Israel, and the EU on matters including technology licensing, entertainment law, video game law, anti-piracy, antitrust, IP litigation, and patent monetization. Ms. Donahue also trains and manages multi-shore teams and teaches law in the U.S. and overseas.
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David Y.

David Yamaguchi

248 reviews
Startups and small businesses sometimes need someone who can deal with complex transactions on an international playing field. David Yamaguchi specializes in content hosting issues and intellectual property. He concentrates his practice in the United States, Asia, India, and Europe. Whether you are a business giant or a startup, Mr. Yamaguchi can provide legal advice that fits your needs.
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Richard G.

Richard Gora

200 reviews
Looking for an attorney with experience? Richard Gora is the exact attorney you want. Having defended over 100 cases both in state and federal courts and working with clients from around the globe, Richard has an array of different experiences. His services are wide-ranging and include business litigation, securities litigations, employment litigation, and business counsel. Prior to founding Gora LLC, he worked for Finn, Dixon & Herling LLP for eight years.
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Michael Wieser

166 reviews
I am dedicated to working with startup entrepreneurs and early stage growth companies to provide legal stability and scalability for growing enterprises. What sets me apart... read more
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Eric Alspaugh

91 reviews
Intellectual property is a very unique area of the law the requires specialized attorneys who have additional training and education. For the complicated area of medicine and medical devices, the IP complexity often increases. Eric B. Alspaugh serves as medical device general counsel or patent counsel for several businesses, a qualification that very few attorneys can boast. His expertise is invaluable to these complicated business ventures.
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Dean Sage

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Dean Sage is an attorney at law with over seven years of experience. He is licensed to practice law in California and obtained his legal degree from the University of Michigan Law School. Dean is experienced in dealing with legal matters related to real estate law, tax law and business formation. He is also skilled in legal research and writing, as well as drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
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Michael Miller

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Michael B. Miller is an international lawyer focused on contracts, acquisitions, start-up matters and informal dispute resolution. Michael began his legal career in mergers... read more
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Roberto (Bobby) Escobar

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Roberto "Bobby" Escobar has been a general counsel, labor and immigration advisor, and an environmental lawyer in Michigan and California. He has provided comprehensive l... read more
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Jeffrey Filipink

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Jeffrey M. Filipink is a seasoned attorney with over 17 years of experience advising individuals and businesses on a range of sophisticated matters. Representations include... read more
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Los Angeles Employment Lawyers

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Clear Communication - 5.0
Response Time - 5.0
Knowledgeable - 5.0
Meets Deadlines - 5.0
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Our experienced Los Angeles employment attorneys & lawyers can help guide you on how to proceed with various employee decisions such as reviewing employee documents such as contracts, agreements, policies, and handbooks, along with difficult decisions such as firing, lawsuits, claims, and complaints.

Although not every single employment contract will require legal assistance, many employment lawyers would recommend avoiding unilateral employment contracts that strongly benefit one side over the other. These types of employee contracts rarely hold up in court, yet having the funds needed to combat an issue in court can limit the employee's options.

A confidentiality agreement and a non-compete agreement are common forms of employee contracts that one of our Los Angeles employment attorneys can help customize for your business. If your business needs to fire an employee, proper measures should be taken from a business legal standpoint to ensure proper communication and a smooth transition of dismissing that employee. In any case, we suggest you connect with our employment attorneys to discuss your options.

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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 984 reviews for Labor & Employment attorneys in California

Paul Spitz
5.0
Clear Communication
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Knowledgeable
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Employee Termination

Paul Spitz

"After interviewing several lawyers, we selected Paul for his knowledge and straightforward approach. His communication is prompt and thorough, and he genuinely seems to consider our interests. The fees are fair for the quality of service provided. Overall, a professional and efficient legal partner."

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Oakland, CA,

Alisha Bond
5.0
Clear Communication
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Meets Deadlines

Review Contractor Agreement

Alisha Bond

"Very good work from Alisha. She understood instructions well and provided me the help I was looking for and responded promptly. Highly recommend!"

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San Mateo, CA,

Seth Wiener
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Non-Disclosure Agreement (Employment)

Seth Wiener

"Seth was very quick to reply and easy to communicate with. Felt very knowledgeable and was a pleasure to work with when reviewing my new job contract."

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El Granada, CA,

Dmitriy Ishimbayev
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Equity Compensation

Dmitriy Ishimbayev

"Great experience working with Dmitriy. The collaborative nature and insights he brought to the table were invaluable."

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Los Angeles, CA,

Roberto (Bobby) Escobar
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

California AB5 Compliance

Roberto (Bobby) Escobar

"Bobby was great to work with and was able to give me sound legal advice within my budget."

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Los Angeles, CA,

Jon Bourne
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Employee Confidentiality Agreement

Jon Bourne

"I can't recommend Jon highly enough! From the very start, he demonstrated a deep understanding of our needs and consistently delivered exceptional results. His communication was impeccable—he kept us informed every step of the way, ensuring we felt confident and supported throughout the process. What truly set Jon apart was his ability to combine professionalism with a personal touch. He not only met our expectations but exceeded them in every way, offering thoughtful insights and tailored solutions that perfectly addressed our situation."

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Mira Loma, CA,

Brig Ricks
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
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Employee Stock Option Plan

Brig Ricks

"Brig was a big help - responsive, knowledgeable and insightful. Thank you!"

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Chula Vista, CA,

Mary Hodges
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Contract Review for Equity Ownership and Independent Contractor Work for Online Tech Startup

Mary Hodges

"Mary was an incredible asset — calm, collected, experienced, and reasonable with recommendations and feedback. I would and certainly will work with her again around business and startup questions, which is certainly her area of expertise!"

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San Francisco, CA,

David Yamaguchi
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Equity Compensation & Co-Founders Agreement

David Yamaguchi

"David is fantastic - he helped me draft agreements that were fair to all parties involved. He is knowledgeable and gives honest advice."

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South San Francisco, CA,

Scott Stram
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Employee termination settlement and mutual release

Scott Stram

"Excellent responsiveness and communiction. Great work. Will come back again with the need arises."

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Cupertino, CA,

Annabel Chang
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Other Labor & Employment Matter

Annabel Chang

"Annabel provided very clear and prompt advice for my situation. Would highly recommend!"

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Walnut Creek, CA,

Brandon Pittard
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Employment Agreement

Brandon Pittard

"excellent experience, fantastic communication and very fair with his time."

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Irvine, CA,

Sagar Parikh
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Employment Agreement Services

Sagar Parikh

"Sagar was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable in helping me review an offer letter along with other onboarding documents. Very appreciative that he was able to get back to me the same day as well!"

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Houston, TX,

Alexander Nahai
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Equity Compensation

Alexander Nahai

"Great experience and highly responsive"

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Camarillo, CA,

Lauri Donahue
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Employment Dispute Consults

Lauri Donahue

"Lauri replied so fast and handled everything very quickly! With her advice now I know what I can do and need to do. I also know what to look out for and think about next time as well!"

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Fresno, CA,

Michael P. Martin
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Contractor Termination

Michael P. Martin

"Excellent work, as always! Very timely responses, smart advice, and professional document preparation."

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Marina del Rey, CA,

Conor Teevan
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Employee Termination

Conor Teevan

"Conor is great! Highly recommend."

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La Mesa, CA,

Michael Wieser
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Assist with Equity Compensation

Michael Wieser

"It was a pleasure working with Michael. He provided excellent guidance that was valuable as an early stage founder."

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Los Gatos, CA,

Jake Siciliano
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Review Contractor Agreement

Jake Siciliano

"Responsive and reasonable."

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Kingman, AZ,

Patrick Perkins
5.0
Clear Communication
Response Time
Knowledgeable
Meets Deadlines

Draft Employment Agreement

Patrick Perkins

"Easy to work with. Easy to understand (not a given when working with attorneys)."

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Westminster, CA,

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