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Eugene David Lee
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GET A LAWYER WITH A 97%+ TRIAL WIN RATE ON YOUR SIDE
Unlike most lawyers, I take cases to trial and win them. Over the course of more than two decades, I have obtained judgment for employees in 97+% of my trials and administrative hearings, an unheard-of win percentage. In the process, I have recovered millions of dollars for my clients.
In one particularly difficult disability discrimination trial against the County of Kern in federal court, I was lead trial counsel and was able to obtain a unanimous jury verdict on all counts, resulting in a $1.1 million judgment. After the County of Kern appealed a separate loss, I won that appeal as well, resulting in a published opinion and a rare award of attorney fees (County of Kern v. Jadwin (2011) 197 65).
I have dedicated my career to representing the most vulnerable members of society who have been victimized by their employers.
(This page is an advertisement. Past results do not guarantee future case outcomes.)
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Employment and Labor
100%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
1%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 29 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
CALaborLaw.com
Law Office of Eugene Lee, 633 West 5th Street Suite 2600, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
Law Office of Eugene Lee
879 W 190th St, Ste 400, Gardena, CA, 90248
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Eugene David Lee's Reviews
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Posted by MARY | November 22, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very professional .. always a quick response when I had a question thank you again
Took care of everything regarding my case.. felt very trusted in taking care of thank you again for everything
Posted by Marcellus D | November 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Honest Opinion..
This was my first experience with an employment lawyer. And I will say Eugene and his staff was very professional and helpful in every way. Transparency is always important and I never had to worry.
Posted by Mike | November 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
No. 1 employment attorney
What a great employment attorney who is willing to protect your rights, and also get a big money for your case. Really appreciate it from the bottom of heart.
Posted by Nathan | July 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great all around
I highly recommend Eugene Lee to anyone in need of a dedicated and detail-oriented attorney. He took the time to thoroughly review everything, asked the right questions, and truly had my best interests at heart. Professional, sharp, and reliable—definitely someone you want on your side.
Posted by Yvonne | July 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He’s simply the best!
Eugene has been my attorney for over a decade representing me in several cases. He’s the most knowledgeable & straightforward. And a good person. And he’s won for me every time! Grateful to him.
Eugene David Lee's Lawyer Endorsements
"Eugene is as great a person as he is an experienced employment lawyer. As a younger employment law practitioner have looked to Eugene for guidance and counsel with my own cases and practice, and will continue to do so in the future. I highly recommend Eugene Lee for any employment law matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Gene Lee is one of a kind. He is an incredibly bright attorney who works tirelessly for his clients--his work ethic is unmatched. Gene is a fierce advocate for his clients. I cannot recommend him higher."
"I am happy to endorse Gene Lee. He has a terrific attitude and approach, and he does great work for his clients."
"I have worked with Eugene on many employment cases. I never met a man as dedicated as Eugene! He even worked on Thanksgiving Day! He is never too busy to answer a question and is always available for all his clients-and he has many! I strongly recommend him for his integrity and professionalism. He is always generous in sharing his insights whenever I need a legal opinion. I would definitely endorse Eugene Lee."
"I highly recommend Eugene due to his vast knowledge and dedication to the field of employment law."
"I really enjoy working with Gene. Gene's tenacity and attention to detail in achieving the goals being sought is obtained over and over again by him. Once Gene starts on the case, he is relentless."
"Gene is a topnotch employment lawyer and he writes a very good blog."
"I've known Eugene for years, and have trusted his counsel as a mentor in labor and employment law cases. He is one of the most brilliant, dedicated and organized attorneys that I know. Eugene handles large, complicated employment cases and gets amazing results for his clients. I'm proud to call him a friend and a colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable in employment law and gets great results."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Gene is a tenacious and effective advocate for employees and their rights!"
"I know Gene through our membership in the California Employment Lawyers Association (CELA). I also recently had the pleasure of collaborating with him on a social media conference. He has an excellent legal mind, and is able to bring together his vast knowledge of the law and technology to achieve excellent results for his clients. Perhaps equally important, he is an incredibly nice, dedicated and compassionate person. That's a rare combination in this field."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Gene Lee for several years through out mutual membership in and activities with the California Employment Lawyers Association. He is smart (very smart!), professional, interested in his profession and his clients, responsive and responsible, extremely hard working and a really nice, respectful man. I endorse Gene Lee without any reservatrion whatsoever."
"I am on the Technology Committee of the California Employment Lawyers' Association with Eugene Lee. He is a very sharp lawyer who stays on the cutting edge of legal knowledge and of the latest technological developments. As courtrooms increasingly become high-tech presentation forums, Eugene is the kind of lawyer I'd want in my corner."
"I first read about Gene after his outstanding trial work in the Jadwin case. My subsequent interaction with him confirms why he's held in such high regard by members of the legal community. Not just for his mastery and knowledge of employment law matters - but his energy, enthusiasm, and the ease in which he connects with others. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer's work."
"Mr. Lee is a fellow lawyer in my community and has shown himself to be an outstanding peer and contributor to the community's legal analysis, and a fervent protector of his clients' rights. He has demonstrated patience and professionalism. I would recommend him for your labor law and employment needs without reservation."
"Gene and I belong to many of the same attorney networks/listservs and I have found his contributions and assistance to be very helpful. Gene is an intelligent attorney who truly cares about his clients. I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2008
Diversity Fellowship, American Bar Association
1991
John Harvard Scholar, Harvard University
1990
Harvard College Scholar, Harvard University
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Presid, Law Office of Eugene Lee, A Professional Law Corporation
Associations
American Bar Association
Member
New York State Bar Association
Member
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Member
Beverly Hills Bar Association
Member
California Employment Lawyers Association
Member
Consumer Attorneys of California
Member
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Member
National Employment Lawyers Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Jose Munoz, et al. v A-1 Soccer Warehouse, Inc., et al.
$506,420 Judgment for 13 Plaintiffs
Manuel Chavez v Stuart Union LLC, et al.
$235,642.90 Judgment for Plaintiff
Sallylou Perkins v Vincent Herbert and Tamar Braxton and VTH Productions LLC
$213,431.37 Judgment for Plaintiff
Christina Atchison v Victory Medical Transportation, Inc.
$79,145.71 Judgment for Plaintiff
Banas v. M.A.K.E. SMP LLC
$30,000 Judgment for Plaintiffs
Doe v. Global Agribusiness
$950,000 Settlement
Roe v. Wall Street Bank
$500,000 Settlement
Roe v. Global Petroleum Company
$125,000 Settlement
Appeal: County of Kern v. David F. Jadwin, D.O.
Published decision affirming judgment. Costs and fees of $43,481.78 awarded to Dr. Jadwin.
Doe v Sacramento Medical Practice
$175,000 Settlement
County of Kern v. David F. Jadwin, D.O.
$51,663 Judgment for Dr. Jadwin
David F. Jadwin, D.O. v County of Kern
$1,118,300.29 Judgment for Dr. Jadwin, unanimous jury verdict on all 8 counts
Jonathan N. Schneider v. Chapter 8, L.P., et al.
$350,000 Settlement
Doe v Glendale Luxury Car Dealership
Confidential settlement
Doe v Beverly Hills Hotel
$85,000 Settlement
Doe v Silicon Valley Dot Com
Confidential settlement
Education
1995
University of Michigan Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Harvard University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
CELA Judges Evaluation Dinner
Judges Evaluation Panel
2014
CELA SoCal Seminar
Marketing Your Law Practice
2013
CELA: Increasing your Leadership & Visibility throughout Your Career
Raising Your Profile
2013
CELA Webinar
Paperless Mediations, Arbitrations & Trials
2013
CAALA Annual Conference 2013
Social Media Privacy
2012
WVCELA Monthly Meeting
Social Media Discovery Issues
2012
CELA Annual Conference 2012
Discovery in the Electronic Age
2011
2011
CELA Annual Conference 2011
Social Media & the Law
2010
LACBA Nuts & Bolts I Seminars
Discrimination, Harassment, Retaliation, and Failure to Prevent
2010
CELA Annual Conference 2010
Social Networking & The Law
2009
OCELA Monthly Meeting
Social Media & The Law
Publications
2014
2014
2014
2008
Chicago Sun-Times
What Really Goes On In Jury Rooms?
2008
Reuters
What Kind of Lawyer Do I Need?
2008
2008
2007
Employment Law Information Network
Access To Personnel Files in California
2007
Employment Law Information Network
Background Checks in California
2007
Employment Law Information Network
Unemployment Benefits in California
2007
California Labor & Employment Law Blog
Is Arbitration Good or Bad for Employees?
2007
California Labor & Employment Law Blog
Top 5 Tips: So You Want to Sue Your Boss?
2007
California Labor & Employment Law Blog
Can My Employer Break My Employment Contract? Can I?
2007
California Labor & Employment Law Blog
Can I Tape Record My Boss?
2007
California Labor & Employment Law Blog
What does your employer know about you?
Languages
Korean