Overall Rating
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5.0 /5.0
131 Client Reviews
$ 325-450 per hour
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Joseph Wayne Rose
also known as Joe Rose
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About Joseph
Biography
I’m a California employment lawyer who began my legal career in 2001 after a successful public service career as a firefighter and paramedic. I founded my own law firm in 2004 and have since represented thousands of laborers, tradespeople, professionals, labor organizations, and small business employers, including restaurant and franchise owners, across a wide range of private-sector industries, as well as throughout California’s public sector.
My practice includes unpaid wages and overtime, workplace discrimination and harassment, wrongful termination, trade secrets, employment and civil litigation, class actions, mediation, and neutral workplace investigations. I’ve recovered millions for California workers and successfully defended complex, high-stakes cases.
Working Hard for Working People® California lawyer, mediator, and factfinder serving employees, executives, creatives, franchise owners, public agencies, and businesses with employment and partnership disputes, investigations, mediation, IP, contracts, and litigation statewide.
Unpaid wages and overtime, retaliation, discrimination, whistleblower, qui tam, wrongful termination, trade secrets, labor relations, unions.
Firefighter turned labor & employment "Super Lawyer" winning great results for working people.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
25%
22 years
Class Action
20%
22 years
Discrimination
20%
22 years
Wrongful Termination
20%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2023 2022
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6
2013
Licenses
Licensed in California for 21 years
State: California
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Rose Law APC
(805) 830-0443
Fax
2625 Townsgate Road, Suite 330, Westlake Village, CA, 91361
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Joseph Wayne Rose's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Employment & Labor (36)
Lawsuits & Disputes (30)
Administrative Law (20)
Wrongful Termination (5)
Business (4)
Litigation (4)
Appeals (2)
Arbitration (2)
Class Action (2)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Social Security Disability (2)
State, Local And Municipal Law (2)
Construction & Development (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
DUI & DWI (1)
Discrimination (1)
Employee Benefits (1)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (1)
Government (1)
Licensing (1)
Mediation (1)
Mergers & Acquisitions (1)
Military Law (1)
Real Estate (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
Workers Compensation (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (57)
Advocacy (50)
Recommendation (44)
Practice Area Knowledge (35)
Professionalism (30)
Responsiveness (30)
Communication Style (24)
General Knowledge (21)
Character & Conduct (17)
Cost of Services (14)
Trustworthiness (11)
Compassion (10)
Staff & Support (8)
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Showing 21 - 25 of 35 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by John | February 08, 2020 | Administrative Law
Excellent Lawyer for Paramedics!
I hired Mr. Rose to assist in my defense during an administrative hearing regarding my California Paramedic license. He worked with my primary lawyer to provide expert background and advice in dealing with the California EMS Authority. He was a critical part of our defense team and worked well with...
Joseph Rose
Replied last February 08, 2020Thank you, John, for taking the time to leave this excellent review. I'm so glad we added value to your legal defense team. As a former paramedic, I can relate to the challenges faced by paramedics and other public safety pros when their professional licenses and livelihoods are threatened. We try hard to deliver superior service to all our clients, and I'm glad you feel we hit that mark in your case.
Posted by Rob | February 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
Rose Law reference
As a board member for our retiree association I approved the retainer of Rose Law. Joe directed the incorporation of our association and facilitated us obtainging our not-for-profit status. Although we did not go to trial our lawsuit resulted in multiple meetings with plaintiffs counsel and mediati...
Joseph Rose
Replied last February 05, 2020Thank you, Rob, for taking the time to rate and comment on our experience working together. It was my pleasure serving as counsel and advocate to your association of retirees. We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you.
Posted by Ruth | February 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Great Experience!
I spoke with several other attorneys before settling on Joe and my first impression was that not only was he knowledgeable about labor law but he also understood the nuances of public agency. As important as his knowledge of the law was, I was impressed that he listened, he understood, and he gave me...
Joseph Rose
Replied last February 04, 2020Ruth, thank you for the great review! I'm glad we found each other and I was able to help with the nuances of legal issues concerning your public agency employer leading to a great outcome. You were so good to work with throughout the entire process, which helped make my job easier. Thank you!
Posted by Alisa | February 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
Hire Mr. Rose
Mr. Rose helped me with a Board complaint against my professional license. I was a complete mess but his calm demeanor, knowledge, guidance, and support through this agonizing process was invaluable. He always got back to me in a timely manner. He was the utmost professional while at the same time...
Joseph Rose
Replied last February 04, 2020Thank you, Alisa, for taking the time to rate and comment on our experience working together. It was my pleasure serving as your counsel and advocate. As I said when we first met and spoke, a "no action letter" is the best possible outcome in any professional licensing investigation. I'm very satisfied we were able to achieve a great outcome bringing closure to your case. It is gratifying we were able help the investigator see the untruths and exaggerations in the complaint against you.
Posted by Scott | February 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
5 stars in his field
Mr. Rose took on a very complicated case for a large group of people for us. Without his experience in dealing with civil service maters we would have never prevailed in our case. The final outcome of our case was not exactly what we were hoping for but it was certainly better then a complete lose. W...
Joseph Rose
Replied last February 04, 2020Thanks for the awesome review, Scott! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. It was a pleasure working with you and your group of civil servants. I'm glad we were able to negotiate an excellent result under very challenging facts and circumstances.
Joseph Wayne Rose's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Been around the block many a time - quite experienced and a nice guy to boot!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph Rose is a fantastic attorney. If I still practiced in Northern California, I would refer all of my labor cases to Mr. Rose. He excels in legal writing and oral argument and works tirelessly for his clients."
"I have known Joe Rose for 17 years; since our time in law school. Only because I am limited by AVVO am I not able to endorse Joe for additional areas of practice. He is a first rate legal practitioner. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of the civil law. I have discussed cases with him and I have worked on cases with him and he is a deep thinker with a keen sense of strategy and purpose when he handles his cases. He cares about his clients and he fights very hard to make sure they get the best outcome possible."
"Joe Rose is a tremendous lawyer. Joe is genuinely concerned about his clients and provides a level of service that is unmatched. I would recommend Joe to anyone who wants the best warrior for their case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is an ethical and skillful advocate for his clients."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Joe is an excellent lawyer who truly cares for his clients. He will work hard towards the best solution to resolve your legal matter. Joe and I met when we attended the one month long Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers' College in Wyoming. I was very impressed by Joe, his devotion to his cases and to becoming the best lawyer he could possibly be. He is a proven leader in his field. He was instrumental in resolving an important case that I was working on. If you have an employment or other civil matter, do yourself a favor and hire Joe. I would hire Joe and would refer my friends and family to him without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the privilege and honor of working with Joe Rose over the course of a two year period on a very complex and difficult matter in Federal Court. Joe is a remarkable and talented lawyer in so many areas, it's difficult to know where to begin in recognizing his abilities. His insight, wisdom and zealous advocacy were remarkable and of tremendous benefit to both my and our mutual client. I would entrust any client of mine, as well as my own case, to Joe to handle."
"I endorse this lawyer. What sets Joe apart is his ability to connect with people. He is a retired firefighter and because of that, he puts people and client's first. He is top notch litigator with tremendous knowledge of both CA and Federal law relating to labor, employment, and worker rights. He has training through Gerry Spence's trial lawyer academy, giving him a skill set most attorneys don't possess. Any lawyer who is willing to run into a burning building, is the kind of lawyer I would want on my side."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is smart and kind. He listens to clients and has a great presence in the court room. I would highly recommend Joe to anyone seeking an attorney."
"Joe has special success in employment and labor law and I highly recommend him. He has demonstrated extraordinary commitment by graduating from Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College, a program few lawyers have the will and tenacity to complete."
"Joe Rose is a great lawyer and cares deeply about ensuring success for his clients!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Joe Rose on several cases where I handled the civil rights litigation for his union labor member. I recommend him without reservation, he is an outstanding lawyer."
"Joe Rose is an exceptional lawyer and a very good man. His professionalism and dedication to the rights of his clients is unique. I would trust him with any legal matter, and wholeheartedly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a dedicated and talented attorney. I would recommend him to anyone looking for favorable results."
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"I have known Mr. Rose a long time, and I believe the sharpest and most versatile attorney I know. He is resourceful and responsive to changing circumstances, and regularly achieves amazing outcomes for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Attorney, San Francisco Magazine
2004
Oustanding Student Trial Advocate, Americal Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
2003
Outstanding Student Appellate Advocate (Moot Court), Lincoln Law School of Sacramento
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Law Professor, Lincoln Law School of Sacramento
2004 - Present
Attorney and Managing Shareholder, Rose Law APC
Associations
2017 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2005 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
United States Tax CourtAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2004 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2004 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2004 - Present
State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
California Bureau of Real EstateLicensed Real Estate Broker (No. 01765500)
2013 - 2015
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College Alumni Board of DirectorsBoard Member
2007 - 2011
El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of DirectorsChair
1994 - 1996
El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of DirectorsChair
1992 - 1993
Cameron Park Community Service District Board of DirectorsDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
Female construction manager harassed, fired, confidential settlement
Confidential settlement reached.
Financial elder abuse and notary public negligence, jury verdict
Jury verdict
Technology workers not paid and forced to sign releases for partial wages
Confidential settlement
Landscape design manager not paid promised bonuses and commissions
Confidential settlement
Nursing home administrator unlawfully fired
Confidential settlement
Wage and hour class action - $1M+ confidential settlement
Confidential settlement in excess of $1M
San Joaquin County Sheriff's Deputy ordered reinstated with back pay
Court ordered reinstatement with back pay
Education
2013
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Graduate
2004
Lincoln Law School of Sacramento
Juris Doctor (cum laude)
1999
Cosumnes River College
Associate of Arts
1988
University of California - Los Angeles
Paramedic
Speaking Engagements
2014
OE3 Winter Training
Voluntary and Ordered Statements in Government Employment
2013
Summer 2013
Employment Law
2013
SEAC Spring Half-Day Workshop, CSU Sacramento
Nuts, Bolts & Secrets to Wage & Hours Compliance
2012
News 10 Sacramento television appearance
Getting paid for working overtime
2011
2011 SFAC Spring Conference, Santa Barbara
California Labor and Employment Law Update
2010
2010 SFAC Conference, Monterey
California Labor and Employment Law Update
2009
2009 SFAC Conference
Labor and Employment Law Primer
Publications
2013
Ask Super Lawyers
Can I Sue An Employer For Unpaid Wages In California?
2013
Ask Super Lawyers
When am I entitled to overtime pay in California?
2013
Languages
English
Activity
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Top Contributor
Joseph earned significant contribution points in 2013.
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Q&A
Do I have a case?
30 Mar 2023
Q&A
My boss was about to fire me?
24 May 2022
Q&A
Can I sue for wrongful termination, retaliation and unpaid compensation?
27 May 2022
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