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also known as Chantal Payton
An engaged, aggressive litigator, Chantal McCoy Payton has a passion for the field of employment law and helping her clients to obtain compensation and justice when they suffer illegal conduct in the workplace. Described by her clients as a compassionate, attentive attorney, she understands the difficulties employees face when they are being harassed, discriminated against, or not paid in accordance with the law. She has committed her career to being a voice for employees undergoing such struggles.
Throughout her career, Ms. Payton has represented hundreds of employees in various professions in all stages of their career, in navigating workplace disputes and aggressively advocating for financial compensation when employers have failed to follow the law. Her clients have included business executives and owners, attorneys, paralegals, doctors, nurses, school teachers, and other professionals, and workers at various levels within the healthcare, retail, service, construction, manufacturing, housekeeping, and hospitality industries. In her practice, she has obtained numerous six-figure settlements on behalf of her clients, including in single-plaintiff, multi-plaintiff, and class action matters.
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Chat withState: California
Acquired: 2013
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11500 W Olympic Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA, 90064-1525
30 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jeremiah | January 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
A Distinguished Advocate for Your Legal Victory!
Chantal is the exceptional attorney who accomplished something truly remarkable for me. She not only secured my long-overdue back pay and reimbursements but also significant penalties from my former employer. Her unwavering dedication, strategic brilliance, and unwavering professionalism make her the...
Posted by Jairo | August 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Amazing Law Firm!
I’m very thankful with Payton Employment Law! Chantel is amazing, from the start of my case she provided me with guidance and knowledge through the whole process. During this stressful time Chantel always kept me updated and gave me reassurance regarding my case. She always made me feel comfortable a...
Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Thank you for the assistance!
When you are in financial distress and are no longer employed (especially during COVID-19), it is difficult to think clearly and make sound decisions. That, in addition to not understanding a legal process, can complicate matters if not understood correctly. Payton Employment Law explained the laws...
Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Par Excellence!
Discrimination in the workplace, is no joke! I lived in and was fired because of it. I felt as if I was ready to have a nervous breakdown. I called Chantal McCoy not really knowing what to expect. Not only did Chantal speak with me on my first phone call to her. Chantal set up an appointment for the ...
Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2015 | Employment & Labor
A superb attorney!
I hired Chantal McCoy to handle a case against my former employer who failed to properly pay me. She quickly resolved my case, obtained a reasonable settlement for me, and the whole process hardly took up any of my time beyond my initial consultation with her. I would definitely recommend Ms. McCoy...
"I have referred numerous clients to Chantal over the years. They have always been extremely happy with her work and the ultimate result. I also know that she does a good job vetting her cases up front and giving clients a reasonable assessment of their case."
"Chantal is not only a wonderful advocate for her clients, but a wonderful person. She has a passion for righting wrongs, and finding justice for everyone who walks through her door. It has been a pleasure working for Chantal and knowing her."
"Ms. McCoy is an excellent attorney in the community. I would fully trust her with any legal matter."
"Chantal McCoy is a superb attorney and an expert in the area of employment law. She works hard to get you the results you seek and will be there to help you in any way she can throughout the process and beyond."
"I fully endorse Chantal as an attorney. She is a bright and dedicated attorney who goes above and beyond for her clients."
"Chantal is responsive to her clients, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable about all aspects of employment law. She is a highly-effective advocate with a passion for her profession."
"I fully endorse Ms. McCoy. Her passion, work ethic, and dedication are unmatched. She sincerely cares about her clients and consistently gets them great results. She understands employment law and is one of the best employment attorneys in California."
"Chantal McCoy is one of the best of the new generation of employment law specialists in California. She has a keen understanding of California's wage and hour laws, and a passion for helping clients to obtain favorable results in their employment law disputes. I fully endorse this attorney and would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a diligent, skilled California employment law specialist."
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2020
2020 Southern California Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
2019 Southern California Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Certificate of Merit in Recognition of Pro Bono Legal Service, University of San Diego School of Law
2013
BWL Foundation Scholarship, Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
2012
Best Respondent Brief, WRBLSA Frederick Douglass Moot Court Competition
2012
Second Runner-Up for Best Oral Argument, WRBLSA Frederick Douglass Moot Court Competition
2012
Earl B. Gilliam Bar Association Scholarship, Earl B. Gilliam Bar Association
2018 - Present
Founder and Managing Attorney, Payton Employment Law, PC
2015 - 2018
Attorney/Partner, Knight Employment Law
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Mostafavi Law Group, APC
2012 - 2012
Law Clerk, California Attorney General’s Office: Employment & Administrative Mandate Section
2012 - 2012
Judicial Extern to The Honorable John A. Houston, United States District Court, Southern District Of California
2014 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association
2014 - Present
Riverside County Bar Association
$70,000+ judgment/verdict (inclusive of attorneys’ fees) in favor of client
$163,328.70 Judgment in Favor of Client
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
Beyond San Diego (Employment & Labor Law Society Panel)
English