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Rodney S. Diggs is a practiced litigator with substantial experience trying cases to verdict in both federal and state courts. Rodney is Co-Chair of the Labor & Employment practice group, which focuses on harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour issues on behalf of private clients and public entities. He also handles civil rights litigation.
Rodney became a Partner at Ivie, McNeill & Wyatt in 2016. In 2019, Rodney became a named partner when the firm changed its name to Ivie McNeill Wyatt Purcell & Diggs. Prior to joining the firm in 2011, Rodney clerked for the Honorable Patti Jo McKay, Presiding Judge for the Appellate Division for the Los Angeles Superior Court.
In 2019, Rodney was named Top 100 Lawyers in California by the Daily Journal. Rodney has also been named Rising Star by Super Lawyers from 2014-2020.
In addition to his corporate practice, Mr. Diggs has had notable successes with assisting individuals in need of representation. Mr. Digg’s significant achievements include obtaining a $9.1 million verdict in a wrongful death case against the City of Long Beach. This was the largest verdict in history against the City of Long Beach and the second largest verdict in a wrongful death case in the Central District of California. Rodney has obtained over $40 million in verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients. Rodney was also lead counsel in Reginald Mitchell v. California Department of Public Health, which resulted in a published California Court of Appeal decision.
At Howard University School of Law, Rodney was Vice President of the Student Bar Association, Chief Justice of Sigma Delta Tau Legal Fraternity and Senior Staff Editor of the Human Rights and Globalization Law Review.
During his undergraduate career at UCLA, Rodney was a member of the track and field team. He achieved All-Pac 10 and All-American status in the 400 meter race and 4×400 meter relay.
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Posted by Charles Conley | March 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Attorney Rodney Diggs helped me greatly to settle my case with professionalism and dedication fighting tenaciously for
Attorney Rodney Diggs helped me greatly to settle my case with professionalism and dedication fighting tenaciously for my rights. He answered all of my questions, concerns and helped me greatly understand the process of my case, making me feel that my case was a high priority from the beginning to th...
Posted by Jose Harris | March 25, 2022 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The legal process can be daunting and emotions can run high
The legal process can be daunting and emotions can run high. I was very emotional having to deal with the aspect of the case and I worried about the outcome. However, I left the legal strategy to Diggs. He was very focused. He had the ability to listen and was very effective in communicating. When pr...
Posted by Paul Adams | March 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Mr. Rodney was always honest and straightforward with me. He broke everything down step by step and explained the entire
Mr. Rodney was always honest and straightforward with me. He broke everything down step by step and explained the entire process. Rodney helped me win a great settlement. Also, the office was always on top of everything. I would recommend him 100% to anyone out there looking for an employment attorne...
Posted by Charlene van Zijtvelt | March 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
It is never an easy choice to seek legal assistance, but from the moment I walked into Rodney's office,
It is never an easy choice to seek legal assistance, but from the moment I walked into Rodney's office, I felt at ease and knew that he would fight for me. The entire process was laid out for me and Rodney let me know everything that I could expect. Rodney was always quick to respond and answer any q...
Posted by Flora E. Perea | March 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Rodney Diggs by far is the best set of knowledgeable attorneys to help you through your claim.
Rodney Diggs by far is the best set of knowledgeable attorneys to help you through your claim. Being that it was my first case that I had ever gone through when I contacted Diggs, he was so helpful and so knowledgeable. He was extremely fast with the whole process, as well as ensuring I got the best ...
"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable, responsible, and a true advocate for his clients. He makes himself available for them around the clock. He is hard working and a good lawyer to work with."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Rising Star, SuperLawyers
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Most Powerful Employment Lawyer, Lawdragon
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100 Most Influential African Americans, Los Angeles African American Vanguard Awards
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40 Under 40 Nation’s Best Advocates, National Bar Association
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40 Under 40 Civic Emerging Leaders, California Legislature Assembly
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Top 50 verdicts in 2020, TopVerdict
2011 - Present
Attorney, Ivie, McNeill & Wyatt
2011 - Present
John M. Langston Bar AssociationOfficer
2010
Juris Doctor
2005
Bachelor of Arts
2022
Tax Issues in Employment Claims
2022
Practical Implications for Title IX Compliance
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