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also known as The Law Office of Payab & Associates, Payab & Associates
David Payab, Esq. is the founder of the Law Office of Payab & Associates and one of the most respected employment and personal injury attorneys in the Southern California legal community. A graduate of Southwestern University School of Law, Attorney Payab was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1997. Since then and for the past 20 years and counting, he has built a reputation for both litigating and settling complex employment law, personal injury, and business litigation cases while assertively protecting the rights of his clients—including in one confidential settlement that resulted in $5.5 million for his client. Attorney David Payab has been the Legal Adviser to all USC's undergraduate and graduate students for the past 11 years. Attorney David Payab has established a great reputation among his clients and locally in Woodland Hills and San Fernando Valley so much so that he has received over 130 five-start reviews on Avvo, over 120 five-star reviews on Google, and over 185 five-star reviews on Yelp from happy and satisfied clients. Also, Yelp has provided him with a "People Love Us on Yelp" award. The Law of Offices of Payab & Associates is BBB accredited with an A+ rating. Attorney David Payab maintains membership in the Los Angeles County Bar Association, and alongside his team at the Law Offices of Payab & Associates, he continues to provide incisive, knowledgeable, and diligent counsel to California workers and other individuals who need their rights asserted before the law. Request a consultation today at.
Specialties: employment litigation, wrongful termination, sexual harassment, gender discrimination, race discrimination, religion discrimination, race discrimination, whistleblower retaliation, disability discrimination, nationality discrimination, constructive termination, wage and hour, unpaid rest breaks, unpaid meal breaks, unsafe work conditions, personal injury litigation, auto accidents, bike accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall cases, premises liability litigation, business litigation, and breach of contract.
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29 years
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State: California
Acquired: 1997
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5850 Canoga Ave, Suite 400A, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367
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Posted by Ling | December 8, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Did a consultation with him and it was very helpful. My case was not his field but he did answer with many useful information.
Posted by anonymous | December 7, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Met with him to discuss landlord and housing insecurity issues. As an undergraduate college student with no experience handling legal issues, he was extremely helpful and considerate when explaining the small claims process and in taking detailed notes for reference in subsequent appointments. Thanks...
Posted by Ahmad | November 4, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
I am a university student in a special legal situation. David Payab was the only lawyer that helped me properly about this matter. He was incredibly well informed and generous with his time and care for me. I really appreciate all he did for me and highly recommend him to anyone looking for help.
Posted by Chris | November 4, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
I did two 30-minute sessions for legal advice through USC's program, and he was extremely helpful in helping me with making a small court claim. He was extremely knowledgeable and answered all my questions. He also explained some flaws with the case and how to address them. I would highly recommend D...
Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
I had two consultations with David Payab and found him to be very compassionate, insightful, and incredibly helpful during our conversations. He helped me understand how to properly prepare an appeal and provided detailed information on how to continue my appeal process. I highly recommend him.
"Over the last several years I have become familiar with David's work and expertise in employment law. He is a leader in his field and understands the practical reality of modern litigation as it balances in favor of his clients. He is a tenacious advocate and always places his clients first. These features, combined with his scholarship in employment law, makes him an obvious choice for any employment matter. I have already referred him several matters and I would not hesitate to refer him my most valued clients as well as my own family. I give him my highest recommendation!"
"I endorse David. All the clients I have referred to him have been very happy with his representation. His clients seem to love him. When we request information on PI cases he is very quick with a response. He is totally honest, very competent and quick to respond to any inquiry."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is skilled, knowledgeable and highly respected in the community."
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"I have known Mr. Payab for many years and his knowledge in this area is considerable. Moreover, Mr. Payab communicates well, and breaks down strategies in this complex area far superior to what I have seen from other lawyers that practice in this area."
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"David is a tenacious lawyer specializing in employment law litigation. He knows the law, he understands how its applied, and he will fight hard for the best outcome for his clients. I am happy to endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is an amazing attorney that truly cares about his clients. Combined with his years of experience and understanding of the law, he is an excellent choice and attorney to have by your side."
"Mr. Payab is an outstanding attorney. His legal theories are sound and his arguments are as sharp as a razor. He is an asset to his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the privilege of knowing Mr. Payab for over a decade. Mr. Payab is an extremely competent and dedicated attorney who dedicates his full effort into every aspect of his work. Based on my personal experience with Mr. Payab, I can depend on him for any matter. Mr. Payab is also a very patient and understanding individual. I strongly endorse Mr. Payab."
"I have known Mr. Payab for about 10 years. He is extremely conscientious and has a strong work ethic. He is a great litigator and a skilled trial lawyer. I strongly endorse him."
"I was an associate at Payab & Associates in the year 2000. During this time I came to recognize David as a knowledgeable, hard working and dedicated advocate for his clients. He is a highly experienced attorney that delivers results. Based upon my personal experience in working with David, I have not hesitated to refer litigation matters to him in his areas of expertise, including but not limited to personal injury law, and continue to do so."
"I endorse this lawyer. David understands the importance of specializing in a specific area of law. If you have an employment or labor issue David is the lawyer to see."
"Having known and worked with David for a number of years, I am pleased to offer my unqualified endorsement. David is a very good lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is experienced, smart and savvy. He has the ability to target in his specific goals while keeping an eye on the big picture for his clients."
"Mr. Payab is an outstanding attorney. Having been the principal member of a successful law practice for nearly fifteen years, he can see legal issues from every angle, and his ability to articulate his position -- both orally and in writing -- is without equal. He consistently obtains the best possible results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely competent and a zealous advocate for his clients."
"I have known Mr. Payab for over eight years. David is an excellent attorney, works very hard to meet client goals and expectations, and I highly recommend and endorse him."
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Membership Award, Los Angeles County Bar Association
2015
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2012
Serving the Community Award, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
1996
American Jurisprudence Book Award - Civil Pretrial Practice, Southwestern University School of Law
1996
American Jurisprudence Book Award - Insurance Law, Southwestern University School of Law
1998 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Payab & Associates
2006 - 2018
Legal Advisor, University of Southern California
1996 - 1996
Legal Intern, Los Angeles Superior Court
1994 - 1994
Legal Intern, Office Of City Attorney, City Of Los Angeles
1998 - Present
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1998 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1998 - Present
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1998 - Present
Long Beach Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1998 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesAttorney Member
1998 - Present
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2015 - 2015
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1999 - 2005
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1999 - 2003
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1998 - 2005
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1998 - 2015
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1998 - 2008
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1989 - 2005
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Personal injury matter that resulted in $550,000 settlement.
Business litigation case resulting to a $5.5 Million settlement.
Wrongful termination case that resulted in $227,500 settlement
Police shooting, misconduct, and persona injury matter that resulted in $900,000 Settlement
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