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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 Cal.App.4th 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.)

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Practice areas

Employment and labor
  1. Employment and labor: 100%

    25 years

Languages spoken

Korean

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Contact

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

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive200512/22/2017
NYCurrently registered 199602/28/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Diversity FellowshipAmerican Bar Association2008
John Harvard ScholarHarvard University1991
Harvard College ScholarHarvard University1990
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PresidLaw Office of Eugene Lee, A Professional Law Corporation2004 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Bar AssociationMemberN/A
New York State Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMemberN/A
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMemberN/A
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMemberN/A
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
CAALA AdvocateNazir and summary judgment in employment-discrimination cases2014
CELA VoiceDid Apple, Google and other tech giants really steal $9 billion from their own employees?2014
CELA VoiceHigh Court ruling threatens wage theft victims’ rights2014
Chicago Sun-TimesWhat Really Goes On In Jury Rooms?2008
ReutersWhat Kind of Lawyer Do I Need?2008
ReutersHarris Poll: 3 of 5 Americans Believe Juries Fair2008
ReutersCal. Supreme Court Rules: Medical Pot Users Can be Fired2008
ReutersPlaintiff Gets $30,300, His Lawyers Get $1.1 mil.2008
Employment Law Information NetworkAccess To Personnel Files in California2007
Employment Law Information NetworkBackground Checks in California2007
Employment Law Information NetworkUnemployment Benefits in California2007
California Labor & Employment Law BlogIs Arbitration Good or Bad for Employees?2007
California Labor & Employment Law BlogTop 5 Tips: So You Want to Sue Your Boss?2007
California Labor & Employment Law BlogCan My Employer Break My Employment Contract? Can I?2007
California Labor & Employment Law BlogCan I Tape Record My Boss?2007
California Labor & Employment Law BlogWhat does your employer know about you?2007
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Michigan Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1995
Harvard UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1991
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
CELA Judges Evaluation DinnerJudges Evaluation Panel2015
CELA SoCal SeminarMarketing Your Law Practice2014
CELA: Increasing your Leadership & Visibility throughout Your CareerRaising Your Profile2013
CELA WebinarPaperless Mediations, Arbitrations & Trials2013
CAALA Annual Conference 2013Social Media Privacy2013
WVCELA Monthly MeetingSocial Media Discovery Issues2012
CELA Annual Conference 2012Discovery in the Electronic Age2012
CELA WebinarChallenges for Getting Technological Based Information Admitted At Trial2011
CELA Annual Conference 2011Social Media & the Law2011
LACBA Nuts & Bolts I SeminarsDiscrimination, Harassment, Retaliation, and Failure to Prevent2010
CELA Annual Conference 2010Social Networking & The Law2010
OCELA Monthly MeetingSocial Media & The Law2009
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
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 DealershipConfidential settlement
Doe v Beverly Hills Hotel$85,000 Settlement
Doe v Silicon Valley Dot ComConfidential settlement

Reviews

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Highly Recommend Mr. Lee

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I am very pleased with the Law Office of Eugene Lee. Mr. Lee is a professional and honest lawyer. He is respectful, straight, and forward. The whole process was easy and understandable. He responds to your emails, calls, and text right away. I am grateful for Mr. Lee‘s representation and I highly recommend Mr. Lee to friends, family and anyone in need with Labor Law.
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Gene has your back

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I found Gene on Yelp when I was in the midst of a complicated wage claim at the DLSE and I was realizing that I was in over my head representing myself. Gene is someone that you absolutely want to have in your corner. He is smart, tough, and absolutely trustworthy. I couldn't recommend this man enough.
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Great attorney

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Eugene's a fantastic attorney. It's never an easy thing to have to sue your former employer he was able to to walk me through all the steps and keep me informed of the process. For any labor issue that you have I would highly recommend him
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Client

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Mr. Lee was the consummate professional. He was realistic, factual and patient. I am highly recommending his services.
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Dedicated attorney

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Mr. Lee and his staff were extremely professional. I felt secure and relaxed through out the entire process. Mr. Lee made sure I was well prepared for any appearance or hearing. Mr. Lee is highly knowledgeable in labor law and was an excellent communicator. In the end he won my case. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking representation.
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Eugene Lee

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Attorney Eugene Lee is the best attorney I could have hired for my case I can't imaging anyone else working as hard as he did on my case, he got me the best settlement I could have asked for and I'm very happy with the outcome I highly recommend California Labor Law to anyone who wants a hard working attorney doing the best job possible for his client thank you California Labor Law.
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Tremendous Guidance

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Eugene was extremely helpful through a very difficult case. His expert advise and guidance was spot on and presented all sides very clearly. Definitely recommend Eugene if you want a champion on your side.
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Hire Eugene ! Gets the job done !

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Eugene took care of all the details. We always had clear concise communication with him all the way up to the end with my final check in hand . Taking a big corporation to court took the worry and anxiety out of the equation for me . Eugene handled everything for a successful and deserving 100% WIN. He deserves a glowing recommendation and a big thank you from me . Sincerely, Christine H
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Amazing loyal compassionate understanding

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Represented me through all my difficult times loyal guy great service and always sends personalized holiday cards every year. I couldn’t ask for a better representative so grateful for everything!
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Great Guy

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Eugene went to bat for me and made a home run. Of course in dealing with employment law, especially as the underdog, things can be scary and down right intimidating. It's great to have someone representing you who doesn't cower at corporate lawyers. One who also has genuine compassion and concern for his clients. Eugene and team have set the bar high for my expectations of a lawyer and I am happy to have resolved my case with him as my representation. I would give them 10 stars if I could.
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Attorney endorsements

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Ali Bushra, Employment and labor Attorney on Sep 20, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Douglas Borthwick, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

David Browne, Employment and labor Attorney on Jun 13, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Devin Coyle, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I am happy to endorse Gene Lee. He has a terrific attitude and approach, and he does great work for his clients.

Bonnie Fong, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 3, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Kiarash Feyzjou, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly recommend Eugene due to his vast knowledge and dedication to the field of employment law.

Scott Miller, Employment and labor Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Thomas Crane, Employment and labor Attorney on May 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Gene is a topnotch employment lawyer and he writes a very good blog.

Ryan Alexander, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 17, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Alena Shautsova, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 27, 2012
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Dennis Wilson, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable in employment law and gets great results.

Howard Roitman, Employment and labor Attorney on Jul 10, 2012
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Calvin Chang, Employment and labor Attorney on Mar 20, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Mary-Alice Coleman, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 8, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Gene is a tenacious and effective advocate for employees and their rights!

Karen Berntson, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 11, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Marilynn Mika Spencer, Employment and labor Attorney on Sep 3, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

John Bonagofsky, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 31, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

Manbir Chowdhary, Employment and labor Attorney on Sep 22, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

Brian Freeman, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 16, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

Ellen Victor, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 31, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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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