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Laura Joan Farris
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Biography
I have been practicing law since 1993, and worked in the legal field as a paralegal and law clerk since 1985. I have dedicated my practice since January 1994 to representing Employees with respect to their legal claims (all types) against current and former employers, including pre-litigation negotiations, administrative hearings, government claims, contract and severance review/negotiations, mediation, arbitration, trial (bench and jury), appeals and more. In addition to my extensive legal experience with employment law, I am tremendously passionate about my cases and helping my clients through difficult times. I, along with my amazing staff, work tirelessly to help each client reach the best result possible for their case.
Contact us for experienced representation concerning all types of employment law matters. We handle every type of Discrimination claim (all protected classes), including complex disability discrimination issues that may involve on-the-job injuries, as well as Retaliation/Whistleblower claims, Wrongful Termination, Medical/Pregnancy/FMLA Issues, Labor Code Violations (missed breaks, unpaid overtime, misclassification, etc.), EDD appeals, Administrative Hearings, Public Entity claims, and more.
We will spend time discussing a potential employment law claim with anyone in need, regardless of the size of the claim. Every employee deserves to know their rights!
My personal hobbies include nature photography, diving, snorkeling, and traveling.
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Employment and Labor
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33 years
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Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
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Laura J. Farris
2725 Jefferson Street Suite 12, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
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Posted by Robert | April 29, 2012 | Employment & Labor
Smart, personable and precise - Totally Impressed
I cannot begin to express how satisfied I am with the work of Ms. Farris and her staff including her paralegal Haylie Brossard. She has taken a complex case and articulated with exact precision and identified the legal issues. It is absolutely outstanding work. We have had experiences with other att...
Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
Mrs. Farris took a chance on my case when no other attorney would help. She and her team worked diligently to help. My family will always be grateful for her hard work and knowledge that helped us to a victory.
Laura Joan Farris's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Laura is a dedicated and outstanding advocate for employees who are discriminated against, harassed or retaliated against by their employers. We have worked together on matters including co-chairs on a high dollar jury trial against the City of San Diego regarding a disability discrimination claim. The city lost the case and ultimately had to pay out close to $900,000 after judgment and request for statutory attorneys fees."
"I am happy to endorse Laura. As a defense attorney, I see lots of plaintiff's lawyers in action. I regularly refer individuals to Laura because she is smart, pragmatic, diligent and talented. She fights hard (and well) for her clients, and is always professional and reasonable."
"Ms. Farris is a top flight employee rights lawyer. In fact, she is one of the premier lawyers in this arena in San Diego County. I strongly endorse her."
"Laura is a preeminent authority in the field of employment law, especially concerning the rights of employees. Laura is a smart, conscientious and personable attorney who is very passionate about obtaining great results for her clients. I refer all clients with employment related questions to Laura and will continue to do so in the future."
"It is my privilege to endorse Laura Farris. She is a knowledgeable, compassionate, and conscientious attorney who is a zealous advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her for employment law matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is an excellent attorney who always has her clients' best interests in mind."
"I have known Laura Farris professionally for 19 years and worked with her in the same firm for several of those years. She is a tenacious advocate for her clients and does not cower to bullying tactics. I not only endorse her, I have referred clients to her and will continue to do so in the future."
"In any area of employment law, an employee will not find a stronger, more compassionate advocate than they will in Laura Farris. I have had the distinct pleasure and honor of working for Laura. She has the strongest of work ethics and works tirelessly for each and every client. I endorse this attorney!"
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Experience
Honors
2012
Victories Panel - Annual Convention, California Employment Lawyers Association
2006
Volunteer Service to North County Branch as Judge Pro Tem, San Diego Superior Court
2005
Volunteer Service, North County Branch as Judge Pro Tem, San Diego Superior Court
2004
Volunteer Service, North County Branch, as Judge Pro Tem, San Diego Superior Court
2003
Volunteer Service to North County Branch as Judge Pro Tem, San Diego Superior Court
1992
American Jurisprudence Award - Evidence II, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Founding Attorney, Law Offices of Laura J. Farris
2003 - 2006
Judge Pro Tempore, San Diego Superior Court
1994 - 1997
Attorney, Goode, Hemme, Peterson & Sayler
1993 - 1994
Attorney, Arthur Brown, Esq.
1992 - 1992
Legal Intern, United States Attorney's Office San Diego
1991 - 1992
Senior Law Clerk, Office Of The Attorney General
Associations
2014 - Present
Lawyers Club of San Diego (North County chapter)Member
2000 - Present
American Inns of Court chapter - North San Diego CountyMaster
2000 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
San Diego County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
Member
Bar Association of North San Diego County, Labor and Employment Law Section
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
David Flores v. City of San Diego
Final Judgment close to $ 1MM following appeal.
Retaliation for Exercising FMLA
$151,000 Settlement During Litigation
Retaliation for Requesting Accommodations
$110,000 Pre-Litigation Settlement
Wrongful Termination/Retaliation
$370,000 Settlement During Litigation
Sexual Harassment/Sexual Orientation Discrimination
$528,655 Judgment for Plaintiff
Disability Discrimination/Wrongful Termination
$1,000.000.00 settlement following verdict at trial.
Coziahr v. Chula Vista Elementary School District
Plaintiff judgment $1,270,763
Gender Discrimination/Sexual Harassment
$650,000 Settlement During Litigation
Sexual Harassment/Retaliation
$265,000 Pre-Litigation Settlement
Wrongful Termination/Retaliation
$95,000 Settlement
Education
1992
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Western State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1986
Palomar College
AA
Speaking Engagements
2013
A Guide to Litigating a Disability Discrimination Matter
Disability Discrimination
2012
California Employment Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Member Victories Panel (Only 4 California Plaintiff Employment Attorneys selected for the year to discuss their significant trial result.
Publications
2014
Flores v. City of San Diego
Flores Court of Appeal Opinion
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my employer fire me or let me go because I'm pregnant?
02 Aug 2016
Q&A
Can my husband get fired for having a mental breakdown?
01 Sep 2014
Q&A
I recently told my boss that I didn't want to work with bed bugs and she fired me. Can I get unemployment?
11 Aug 2013