We firmly believe that the client is the most important aspect in any legal matter and that workers should be empowered by capable, available, and responsive attorneys. Acutely attuned to the nuances inherent across industries, geographies, cultures and communities, lawyers at Advocates for Worker Rights have the practical and technical experience to help you address a wide variety of unlawful working conditions. And because not all blue-collar employees have the luxury of missing work to speak with lawyers, we regularly spend time staffing clinics across the state devoted to protecting the rights of workers. So whether you live in the valley, on the coast, or in an urban center, our attorneys are ready to serve.

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Wage theft, Meal & REst breaks

Cheated out of minimum or overtime wages? Denied rest or meal breaks? Improperly classified as exempt or an independent contractor? Lawyers at Advocates for Worker Rights have years of experience representing workers to address unjust conditions and successfully recover wages from employers who benefit at the expense of their workforce.

Class & REpresentative ActionS

Are your co-workers experiencing the same workplace violations that you are? Are they discouraged to take action on their own? our attorneys have spent their careers representing thousands of California workers seeking to enforce their rights, whether in multi-plaintiff lawsuits, class or representative actions.

JOB OFFERS & SEVERANCE AGREEMENTS

Unsure of the “legalese” in your job offer or severance agreement? The attorneys at AWR can help you negotiate your employment contracts to protect your legal rights and maximize your outcome.

DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT & RETALIATION

Discriminated against or harassed due to race, gender, national-origin, age, sexual orientation or disability? Terminated or demoted because you spoke up for your rights or those of others? Our lawyers have a proven track record of fighting for workers who have experienced unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation.

APPEALS AND WRITS

The attorneys at AWR have authored or co-authored appellate briefs in several districts of the California Court of Appeal touching on a number of issues, including class certification and the Private Attorneys General Act. We have the experience and know-how to craft your appeal as persuasively as possible.