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David Andrew Mallen
also known as Employee Law Group
About David
Biography
My journey is unique. I started my labor and employment law practice in 1992, fresh out of law school. Truly did I climb a steep learning curve in those early years. On my way, I was blessed to have some of the finest California attorneys mentor me and co-counsel with me on high impact cases.
Success and accolades soon followed. In 2004, at the age of 40, I was one of the youngest attorneys to be selected for inclusion as a Southern California SuperLawyer for Employment Litigation.
Today, after 20 years of litigation, dozens of trials, and tens of millions of dollars recovered for thousands of employees, my formula for success remains the same. I myself talk with all new callers seeking answers to labor and employment law questions and experienced legal counsel. I do not charge for the consultation, nor do I delegate this important service to any law clerk, paralegal, or secretary.
If your case qualifies, expect no limits to what I will legally and ethically do to fix and repair the harm to you. I will offer same-day service. I will personally give you and your legal issue the attention you deserve. I will co-counsel with some of the finest labor and employment attorneys in California. No case is too big or too small.
Thus, you always have me as your personal lawyer and a "virtual law firm" at your service, 24/7.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
34 years | 400 cases
Wrongful Termination
20%
34 years | 75 cases
Class Action
10%
26 years | 10 cases
Discrimination
10%
34 years | 20 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
40%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 33 years
State: California
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
David A Mallen
21250 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 500, Torrance, CA, 90503
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David Andrew Mallen's Reviews
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Posted by Robin | February 10, 2018 | Wrongful Termination
Honest, straightforward, helpful and genuinely cares!
I contacted David Mallen after losing my job without warning. David asked great questions and took his time talking with me about my situation. He gave me some great advice and didn't attempt to persuade me to hire him. David is an honest man with integrity and, I am extremely grateful I contacted hi...
Posted by Robert | February 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Exceptional. Period.
David is a highly competent, honorable, and thoughtful employment attorney. I retained David's services when a former employer attempted to avoid their end of a separation agreement. David was able to compel the company to honor its obligations under the agreement and also fulfill additional consider...
Posted by Steve | October 11, 2012 | Employment & Labor
David Andrew Mallen
We hired David to review our employment practices. Figuring because we are nice guys and treat our people well, we should be doing just fine. Turns out labor laws are not always intuitive, and that can invite problems. David was great at getting us on the straight and narrow path the State require...
Posted by David | October 07, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Finally! A lawyer I can trust
Though I have been involved in a few of litigations in my lifetime (that's more than enough!) , Mr Mallen has demonstrated to me that he is the only lawyer that has made me feel that he truly had my best interest throughout the litigation. He also was forthright and straight forward in his communic...
David Andrew Mallen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Very knowledgable with a wealth of knowledge!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Great employment lawyer. Highly recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer. His detailed, on-point answers on various aspects of employment/labor law are a real pleasure to read!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer has a superior knowledge of the law and any client would benefit from having his representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've know Dave since he became a lawyer in 1992. He is a knowledgeable attorney who fights hard for his client's and their causes."
"the in depth, accurate and analytic answer of Mr. Mallen are consistently customized for the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualitites that evey client looks for when hiring an attorney."
"Mr. Mallen's Avvo answers are thoughtful and thorough, and showcase his wealth of legal experience. His legal analysis is helpful to both Avvo users seeking legal answers, and insightful to attorneys. I endorse this attorney."
"Mr. Mallen is very knowledgeable and experienced. But even more importantly, he brings to legal issues a deep and abiding sense of humanity and compassion. He sees the "big picture" facing those with legal problems and takes it on fearlessly. As much as I admire his legal qualifications, I admire even more strongly his character and principles and the ways in which he brings those qualities to bear in his professional efforts."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mallen is an excellent attorney in all areas of the law, and specifically in wage-and-hour matters. Attorneys frequently seek out his expertise."
"I recommend attorney David Mallen to you. With over 20 years of experience, way over a hundred published answers to questions at Avvo.com, each well written and to the point (I've been reading his answers for awhile), then add the endorsements of other attorneys and recommendations from former clients, and you can see that David knows the law and how to use it to get you the best result possible. He knows employment law like very few others do anywhere. If you have an employment law question, he is your answer. Period."
"Mr. Mallen is a very knowledgeable attorney who will fight for your rights."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a smart and tenacious lawyer who takes his clients' best interests to heart."
"I endorse this lawyer. David has been listed as a Super Lawyer many times when it comes to employment law, and rightfully so. David only practices one kind of law and that is employment law. Whenever I have a question about employment law, David knows the answer without having to even look it up. I consider David to be my mentor in the employment law area and that is my highest endorsement!"
"David and I are both volunteer mediators with the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office Dispute Resolution Program. I have observed David's mediation skills firsthand and they are superb. I have also gotten the opportunity to know David personally. He is a caring, compassionate individual whose number one priority is helping people solve problems. I always appreciate other lawyers who elevate the profession, and David does just that. Simply put, he is my kind of lawyer. David's clients are his number one priority and I endorse him wholeheartedly knowing that any referral I send him is going to receive the very best possible representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable, knows employment law inside and out. He is very creative and diligent in representation. I highly recommend him."
"Dave has a great reputation in the employment community. He really is one of the "go to" lawyers for referrals. I fully endorse his work."
"David and I have worked on several employment-related cases together over the past few years. He is a leading expert on employment law and has provided invaluable knowledge and insight to support my work as a litigator in employment cases. He has also consulted with my clients to insure that their company policies and employee handbooks are current and complete. I proudly endorse David and highly recommend him to assist with any employment related issues."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Super Lawyer - Employment Litigation, Southern California Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer - Employment Litigation, Southern California Super Lawyers
2015
Southern California Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2014
Southern California Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2013
Southern California Super Lawyer, Southern California Super Lawyers
2012
Southern California SuperLawyer, Employment Litigation, SuperLawyers
2011
Southern California SuperLawyer, Employent Litigation, SuperLawyers
2010
Southern California SuperLawyer, Employment Litigation, SuperLawyers
2009
Southern California SuperLawyer, Employment Law, Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Southern California SuperLawyer, Employment Law, Law & Politics Media
2006
Southern California SuperLawyer, Employment Law, Law & Politics Media
2005
Southern California SuperLawyer, Employment Law, Law & Politics Media
2005
AV-rating (hightest rating for skill and legal ethics), Martindale-Hubbell
2004
"Southern California SuperLawyer", Employment Litigation, Law & Politics Media
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of David A. Mallen
Associations
1992 - Present
State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Ferguson v. Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandise
$3.5 Million Settlement
Prince v. CLS Transportation, Inc.
Limousine drivers settle for $1 Million+
Prince v. CLS Transportation, Inc. (2004), 118 Cal. App. 4th 1320, rev. den’d 2004 Cal. LEXIS 7524 (Aug. 11, 2004)
Limousine chauffeurs settle for over $1 Million
Education
1991
Ohio State Univ COL
law
1986
University of Michigan
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2012
Continuing Legal Education
Employer or Independendent Contractor: Pro's and Con's
2009
Employee Or Indepdendent Contractor: Pros and Cons
Practical and Legal Discussion of Independent Contractor/Employee Issues
2008
Spanish Radio
Ask the Employment Lawyer
2008
Al Filo de la Noticia
Unpaid Wages for Immigrant Workers
2006
Certified Public Accountants
Use of Forensic CPA's in Wage-Hour Cases
2004
California Employment Lawyers Asociation
Building a High-Volume Wage & Hour Law Practice
Publications
2009
Employment Law Referrals: 10 Tips To Turn Your Workers Compensation Practice into a Better Profit Center
Employment Law Referrals: 10 Tips To Turn Your Workers Compensation Practice into a Better Profit Center
2008
The Psychology of Client Intake in Employment Cases
The Psychology of Client Intake in Employment Cases
2007
Ten Valuable Tips for Employers Defending Wage & Hours Cases
Ten Valuable Tips for Employers Defending Wage & Hours Cases
2004
Building a High-Volume Wage & Hour Law Practice
Building a High-Volume Wage & Hour Law Practice
2004
Immigrant Worker FAQ's in Employment Litigation
Immigrant Worker FAQ's in Employment Litigation
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