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Christa Riggins is committed to helping employees enforce their rights in the workplace. Ms. Riggins exclusively represents employees in employment disputes, including those involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination.
Prior to opening her own law firm, Ms. Riggins worked at a boutique employment law firm where she litigated a wide range of employment discrimination cases to successful resolution. During that time, she focused her practice on pregnancy and disability discrimination and violations of federal and state leave laws, including the Pregnancy Disability Leave Law (“PDLL”), the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), and the California Family Rights Act (“CFRA”).
Ms. Riggins received her J.D. from Notre Dame Law School, where she focused her studies on civil rights and employment law, and her B.A. in Business, from the University of Notre Dame. She is a member of the California Employment Lawyers Association, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Section, and Legal Eagles for Truth, Justice, and the American Way.
Practice areas
As an advocate for employee rights, Christa Riggins fights to advance the goals of employees and protect their rights against injustice in the workplace. For a free consultation call 626-365-1599.
Languages spoken
English
Riggins Law, P.C.
540 El Dorado Street, Suite 202
Pasadena, CA, 91101
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2014 | 06/16/2022 |
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2019 Southern California Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
2018 Southern California Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
2017 Southern California Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Riggins Law, P.C. | 2015 - Present |
Associate | The Schlehr Law Firm, P.C. | 2014 - 2015 |
Volunteer Attorney | Los Angeles District Attorney Office | 2013 - 2014 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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California Employment Lawyers Association, Barristers Committee | Committe Member | 2015 - Present |
California Employment Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
Legal Eagles for Truth, Justice and the American Way | Member | 2014 - Present |
State Bar of California | Admitted to Practice | 2014 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles Advocate Magazine | Why Employment-Discrimination Cases Usually Belong In State Court | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Notre Dame Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2013 |
University of Notre Dame | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2009 |
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Matthew Duffy, Employment and labor Attorney on May 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Smart, hard working, compassionate, and great judgment. I would trust her to handle matters for my family, should the need arise.
Tracy Fehr, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 26, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Riggins is a diligent and tenacious attorney who consistently dedicates herself to her clients. Her work ethic and compassion are second to none.
Joshua Arnold, Discrimination Attorney on Jul 16, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Riggins is an effective and passionate advocate for her clients. I very highly recommend her.
Julia Quinn, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 17, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christa offers exactly what one would want in an attorney. She is passionate about her work, and she is a kind, thoughtful, hard working person. She is great at what she does!
Sarah Schlehr, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 10, 2017
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Christa is an exceptional attorney. When I have cases that my firm can't handle, I refer them to her because I know she'll do a great job.
Craig Byrnes, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 10, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Ms. Riggins. She is an excellent attorney who serves her clients well. I highly recommend her.
George Cleaver, Employment and labor Attorney on May 9, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Christa is an excellent attorney. I highly recommend her.
Christine de Leon, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 25, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Riggins is a trustworthy, knowledgeable and compassionate lawyer, and unwearyingly dedicates herself to each case. She provides each client with individualized attention and has the expertise to advocate on their behalf with success. I highly recommend Ms. Riggins for any employment or civil rights related matter.
Samantha Hart, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 15, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Christa is an incredibly hard-working and intelligent attorney. She loves her work and tirelessly advocates for her clients -- all while maintaining the highest ethical standards. She is a credit to the profession and a pleasure to work with.
Tom Safa, Wrongful termination Attorney on Oct 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Riggins displays a level of professionalism far exceeding that of others in the legal community. She is also one of the most passionate individuals I have met. I highly recommend her for any employment-related matter.
Morgan Ricketts, Unknown Attorney on Oct 20, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I worked with Christa for over a year. She is incredibly knowledgeable about employment matters and works hard for her clients. I have yet to work with another attorney who is as detail oriented and reliable as Christa. I literally beg her to do work for me when I have too much to do.