Amy Semmel

Amy Semmel

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 41 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Sexual Harassment, Litigation

5757 Wilshire Blvd., Penthouse 5, Los Angeles, CA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Amy

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 75%

I represent employees in a wide range of employment disputes including: wrongful termination, age discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, sex or gender discrimination, pregnancy discrimination, disability discrimination, race discrimination, national origin discrimination, cancer and HIV/AIDS discrimination, sexual orientation discrimination, religious discrimination, Sarbanes-Oxley, overtime and other wage and hour matters, family and medical leave violations, and whistle blower claims.

40 years | 100 cases

75%
Litigation 5%

I represent clients involved in a variety of business disputes and tort actions, including breach of contract, fraud, real estate, unfair competition, theft of trade secrets, as well as actions for such violations as defamation, assault and battery.

40 years | 100 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 41 years

State: California

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kelley•Semmel, LLP

5757 Wilshire Blvd., Penthouse 5, Los Angeles, CA, 90036

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Amy Semmel's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful, receptive, and detailed attorney!

Amy was helpful in quickly resolving a dispute regarding my switching agencies and dealing with a prior employer who was very unhappy with my decision. She was able to guide me through the process and provide recommendations, while also being very transparent and knowledgeable about what could happen... next. She also explained how we would proceed from the best to worse-case scenario, which was just good general knowledge to have on hand. We were successful in the end and feel that this outcome was due to Amy's swift actions. I am so thankful for her help.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review of Amy Semmel

I spent a week researching about a dozen employment lawyers in LA and OC and found Amy through a recommendation from another lawyer who I liked but who was conflicted out. I only had 3 weeks to present my argument to my former employer. Amy jumped on my case immediately and worked over two weekends a...nd was very responsive. We were able to reach a settlement with my employer within the allotted time frame and she was able to substantially improve the deal. I also felt that Amy was very fair with her billing time and rate, and would recommend her to others seeking representation for wrongful termination.

Posted by Patty | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent and Professional

After calling Amy and discussing my particular situation early last year, she listened and offered her professional opinion which led to her accepting my case. She gets to the point quickly and does not mince words. Her staff is friendly and everyone is on task all the time. Amy is excellent when ...it comes to explaining everything. If I had a question or concern, she would immediately respond by email or with a phone call. She is very detail oriented and strives to get a fair resolution which she did on my case. I can't express how much I appreciate what she did for me. Thank you Amy!

Posted by Robert | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Superb lawyer

I was extremely pleased. She took on the case while many refused. She was clear on the downside from the start. She charged according to a rational scale and stuck to it. And she delivered exactly what i wanted in response to excellent work. Trying to think of something negative to say but my mind go...es blank.

Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney!

I was referred to Amy by another lawyer for a couple of very tricky employment lawsuits. From day one, Amy was knowledgeable about all areas of the lawsuit and provided detailed instructions and explanations for everything that was to come. She is a straight shooter with a great attention to detail,... which was needed in his instance, and I truly appreciate all she and the firm have done to assist me with my employment-related lawsuits. Above and beyond simply does not cover the extent of work and detail they put into my cases. Anytime I had a question or concern they always responded with an answer right away. They made sure all of the "I's" were dotted and the "T's" were crossed for any legal documents they prepared and ensured timeliness was imperative for the answers from the other side. I highly recommend Amy and her staff for any of your legal employment related needs.

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Amy Semmel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Rotkop

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Amy is just a brilliant attorney. Smart yet understated. Amy has this rare quality, leaving a highly positive impression on anyone she meets. I endorse this lawyer."

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Somair Alam

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."

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Justin Sterling

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Amy from a professional organization of which we are both members. I know her to be a genuine Attorney who truly cares about her clients. She is selective with the cases she takes on because she fully commits herself and puts all her energy into the client's matter. Amy regularly obtains settlements in the high hundreds of thousands range, as well as some in seven figures. She has tried numerous cases to verdict, some for employees and some for employers. She also will not hesitate to take the case to trial if necessary as she is a diligent and zealous litigator. Amy is highly experienced in all employment matters, but her passion is representing clients dealing with retaliation for whistleblowing and reporting discrimination. I highly endorse and recommend Amy because her clients can count on her to achieve the results they deserve."

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Daniel Ho

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy possesses a combination of both large firm and trial experience that is rare these days. She is an experienced, aggressive litigator who is well-respected in the employment law community. I fully endorse Amy for your employment law and litigation needs."

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Rose Arfa

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy Semmel is the best employment attorney a person could ever find. She is exceptionally bright, talented and innovative. Before turning to the representation of employees, Amy represented employers/businesses for many years. She understands what drives the employers and insurance companies “across the table.” Amy not only knows a lot about substantive employment law, but is a tenacious advocate for her clients, consistently getting the best results possible. She has substantial trial experience, and will try the case if a reasonable settlement is not offered. She is smart, organized, and committed to the interests of her clients."

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Calvin Chang

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

1979

Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Beta Kappa Society

Work Experience

1984 - 1988

Associate Attorney, Latham & Watkins Ca

Associations

2007 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Co-Chair Listserv Commitee

Sample of Legal Cases

$780,000 Award After Jury Verdict

Jury Verdict

$1.4 million Age Discrimination Settlement

Settlement

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Education

1984

University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Beverly Hills Bar Association FB Friends And Other BFF's In Biz And Law

2011

California Employment Lawyers Association Will The Real Employer Please Stand Up

2010

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section, Labor Law Committee Show Me The Money

2008

Los Angeles County Bar Association Discovery In Employment Litigation

Publications

2013

2011

Los Angeles Daily Journal Worker Privacy In Peril

1999

California State Case Addy v. Bliss & Glennon [44 Cal.App.4th 205 1996)

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