Daniel James Goularte

Daniel James Goularte

4.3
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 17 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at La Mesa, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Civil Rights, Contracts & Agreements

7853 El Cajon Blvd Ste G, La Mesa, CA

About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 25 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 325-375 per hour

Contingency

35%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

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Location

Goularte Law

7853 El Cajon Blvd Ste G, La Mesa, CA, 91942-0622

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Daniel James Goularte's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Salvador | March 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Business

No honesty, will lie to your face

Hired Daniel as a company attorney and had a dispute with other owner, upon this happening Daniel told me to just sit at home and do nothing while he could figure it out…meanwhile he was opening another fictitious name with the other owner with the same name as our existing company to show the other ...person had all the shares, if we don’t catch wind of this and hire another lawyer he probably could have gotten away with it, luckily we had paperwork that he actually did for us showing our true percentages…he started saying we owned nothing and we were pretty much fired, turns out we were owed thousands of dollars plus reimbursements for tool purchases, if you need paper work filled out this is your man anything that has to do with actually law stay away

Daniel Goularte

Replied last April 15, 2024

We are sorry about your recent experience with our law firm. To better understand the situation you were involved in, our firm was not hired by you nor were we involved in your representation. Our firm was hired by the company you worked for, and you had a minority ownership. When our firm attempted to negotiate a settlement to dissolve the partnership between owners, you decided to retain your own counsel. We had a duty to the company to windup company affairs and records for dissolution. A settlement was negotiated and you received payment for your company shares. We are sorry that you feel that the company's interests did not line up with your interest, and that you were subsequently forced to retain separate counsel.

Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Rough Employment Lawsuit

Daniel Goularte helped me through a very difficult and discouraging lawsuit against my former, long-term employer. He was very kind, professional, and knowledgeable throughout the entire process.

Posted by David | December 12, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Professional, Knowledgeable and a kick ass attorney!

Mr Goularte did an outstanding job assisting me with a wadge claim. He was always available to answer my questions and took the time that was needed to work out every detail of my case. I would recommend him to anyone with a labor complaint.

Daniel Goularte

Replied last December 12, 2014

Your recommendation is much appreciated, I am glad we were able to assist you. -Daniel J. Goularte

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Employment/ Labor Review

Daniel was great. I called him almost in tears after I mixed up my hearing dates with the labor board and my case was closed. Even though I was in Los Angels and he was located in San Diego he listened to my concerns and frustrations regarding my case and gaining my trust. He was kind and decided to... take me on as a client. We ended up settling before going to court. During my time with Daniel he always made sure to keep me in the loop by clearly explaining everything that was going I always felt in control of my decisions) as well as offer realistic and practical advice though his knowledge and experience. *Five Stars: Honest, Professional, Trust Worthy*

Daniel Goularte

Replied last December 08, 2014

Your praise is definitely humbling! Thank you for taking the time to express your thoughts on my Firm and I am glad we were able to bring an emotional and frustrating situation to a close. -Daniel J. Goularte

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Experience, Despite the Circumstances

Despite having to bring a lawsuit against a former employer, Daniel Goularte and his colleagues Todd Smilovitz and Bryan Yabrof were all extremely helpful. They always helped to not only make me feel comfortable with the situation, because at times it was confusing and stressful, but also handle my c...ase professionally, with expediency and diplomacy. I highly recommend Goularte Law.

Daniel Goularte

Replied last December 08, 2014

Thank you for your comments! I will let Bryan and Todd know that they are doing a great job! -Daniel J. Goularte

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Daniel James Goularte's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Joy

Employment and labor lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Asaf Agazanof

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Daniel is a fantastic Plaintiff's employment lawyer and is very knowledgeable about wage and hour, wrongful termination, and Fair Employment and Housing Act issues. I would recommend him to anyone."

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Asaf Agazanof

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Goularte Law Firm

2008 - 2010

Attorney, Law Offices of Jack D. Josephson APC

2006 - 2008

Clerk, Law Offices of Jack D. Josephson

Associations

2013 - Present

State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

USA Hockey

Member

2010 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - 2010

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

Education

2008

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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