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David Mara is the founding member and president of Mara Law Firm, PC. Mr. Mara has devoted his many years of practice to representing employees in all aspects of California wage and hour law, including, but not limited to, class representation of employees seeking unpaid wages, unpaid overtime, unfair business practices, and meal and rest period violations. Mr. Mara also specializes in representing injured civilians working abroad pursuant to a U.S. defense contract. Over the course of his career, Mr. Mara has obtained tens of millions of dollars on behalf of California and Defense Base Act workers.
A long-standing member of Consumer Attorneys of California, Mr. Mara is on the shortlist of lawyers the organization selects in California to author briefs in support of workers in California Courts of Appeal and the California Supreme Court. Mr. Mara was co-counsel in the seminal California Supreme Court decision, Brinker Restaurant Corp. v. Superior Court, in which the Court articulated the standards on employee entitlements to and employer obligations for providing meal and rest breaks in California and the availability of class action treatment for those claims. In addition to his trial and appellate work on behalf of California workers, Mr. Mara is also on the cutting edge of shaping California laws, as he is frequently asked to review and offer counter proposals to laws affecting California workers proposed in the California legislature and Congress.
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Posted by Mike | April 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Honest, Trustworthy and Dave's a GREAT Lawyer
An honest and trustworthy lawyer. He's straight-up. He'll tell you exactly which way the wind's blowing. And on top of all that, the guy is simply a Great Lawyer. You can't go wrong with Dave Mara. If he'll take your case, you're blessed. He's the one! By the way, that's the one problem...
Posted by monique | April 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Amazing Attorney and Law Firm!
Dave exceeded my expectations. He is an incredible attorney. I had issues with my previous employer, and I was not sure if Mara Law Firm would be able to represent me. From the start to the finish, they were always honest, kept me in the loop, and always had my best interest in settling the case. I ...
Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Class Action
They got me paid and they’re friendly at the same time
A few years ago a group action lawsuit was filed against my old employer, and they was a case filed against my old company, Mara law firm got me paid a reasonable amount and they’re always friendly and pleasant when you call to get updates from, them I can’t say that about other law firms, ask for Li...
Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Stop. You Do Not Need A Lawyer.
Right? That's what my friends said and that's what my insurance company wanted me to believe...so I did. They said, "Mr. Johnson please meet with our Claims Investigator." ...so I did. Mr. Johnson meet with your new Nurse Case Manager...so I did. Mr. Johnson please provide all the information we hav...
Posted by Scott | April 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Case solved quick
He represented myself and many old CO-workweek they were very professional & I’d recommend them to anyone . Great Lawyers for the forgotten working Man.
"You want an attorney that actually cares and knows employment law and wage and hour class actions better than anyone? Dave should be your first call whether you need representation or someone to team up with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is always at the forefront of the endlessly evolving twists and turns of California employment law. This, coupled with his considerable experience, is undeniably reflected in his tireless dedication to his firm and his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer 100%! I have worked with David and his firm, watched him in depositions and in court . David is tenacious, committed and driven to get the best result for his clients. I appreciate his counsel when I get a complex matter or need general advice. There is no better advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is one of the best lawyers for wage and hour class actions in California. He is extremely knowledgable on the law. He works hard to ensure his clients get the best results possible. His hard work and dedication to his clients and his practice set him apart from other lawyers."
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2020 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaAmicus Committee Member
2019 - Present
San Diego Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2004 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of San DiegoMember
2004 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
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