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Karen JoAnne Sloat
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About Karen
Biography
I am an attorney with over 30 years' experience in multiple areas of law in three states - California, Colorado and Hawaii. Our Team's focus is on employment and labor law for employers and employees, workplace solutions for business owners, litigation for employers and employees, employment and independent contractor agreements and other labor law related representation. Our Mission statement is "Caring for Clients while Pursuing Justice."
The Premier California Employers Attorney.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Discrimination
20%
Employment and Labor
20%
Litigation
20%
Sexual Harassment
20%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2017 2011
Licenses
Licensed in California for 38 years
State: California
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 31 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Hawaii for 36 years
State: Hawaii
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Gary | May 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Highly recommended!
As a result of a dispute with my employer, Karen was recommended to me as the best lawyer in the valley dealing in employment and contract law. Once she agreed to accept my case, I remember her words: “From now on, don’t think about it. Get plenty of sleep [I had not been getting any] and leave ev...
Posted by robert | October 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
the extra mile
I recently utilized the services of Karen Sloat, I found her to be knowledgeable and very professional in all aspects of labor law. She went the extra mile to make sure I was well informed and constantly updated. I highly recommend Karen and her team. Rob Ballew
Posted by Bruce | March 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Good legal and human advice
I have used Karen's services for a contract and some other advice years ago. Late last year a serious issue arose that she was able to negotiate to final settlement to my long term benefit. For the questions or issues in the areas listed I will ALWAYS consult with Karen first.
Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Head of School
Karen is very thorough in her work and has helped us tremendously with keeping our contracts, handbooks, and policies current and up-to-date with the most recent employment laws. When we encounter legal disputes, Karen represents our organization with integrity and diligence, and provides us with he...
Posted by Jeff | March 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
An Attorney That Truly Cares About Her Clients
I have the utmost respect and appreciation for Karen. As a broadcast meteorologist, I am forced to sign unorthodox contracts. Karen has helped me in numerous employment situations. Not only does Karen read over my contracts, she also explains each area that I should be concerned about. In tough scena...
Karen JoAnne Sloat's Lawyer Endorsements
"Karen is among the most professional and honest attorneys I have worked with. She is resolute in her representation of clients and committed to their cause."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen Sloat is highly experienced, extremely professional, ethical, and a compassionate attorney who advocates for her clients and their best interests. I have referred many clients to her and they have always been extremely satisfied with her representation of them."
"I refer all of my employment and labor clients to Karen. She is an expert in her field, and I have received unanimously high praise from clients referred to her for assistance."
"Karen holds emmense knowledge in the employment and labor arens of law. She has a keen eye for detail and represents her clients with compassion and strength! I am proud to consider her a colleague and without question, endorse her!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen was opposing counsel on an employment matter in which I represented the plaintiff attorney. She did an excellent job of getting on top of the facts, and we were able to reach a settlement agreement that made sense for both our clients at minimal cost to her client."
"Karen is an excellent attorney. Her years of experience make her a very talented and effective advocate."
"I have both worked with and opposed Karen on wage and hour matters. She is a top notch professional, efficient, and keeps her client's best interests in mind by seeking reasonable resolutions rather dragging litigation on for years. I would recommend her to any employer that wants to remove a cloud of litigation quickly, efficiently and with certainty."
"I represented a handful of plaintiffs against one of Karen's corporate clients in an employment case. Karen always took the high road and was a true advocate for her client. I would not hesitate hiring Karen if I or my family needed representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Karen for several years and she is dedicated to her clients, as well as to serving the community. Also, Karen is very knowledgeable about employment law and has years of litigation practice."
"Karen is a knowledgeable and dedicated attorney who is always ready to help her clients navigate the many nuances and technicalities of employment and labor law. Karen has successfully handled many high profile and sensitive matters. Yet, she remains available to assist and advise business people on matters that may perhaps be smaller in scope, but are no less important to them. Karen willingly helps her colleagues in a genuinely collegial manner. She bears the attributes of a true professional. I endorse Karen as an able and dedicated employment and labor law attorney."
"I endorse this Karen Sloat. Karen and I worked represented clients with opposing interests in a transactional matter. She was professional, responsive and personable. We were able to complete the transaction in a way that met the needs of both of our clients. I have also referred labor and employment clients to Karen!."
"Karen is an excellent labor and employment attorney whom I refer many clients."
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Peter Bochnewich
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Nikki Allen
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Roman Whittaker
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Robert Sloat
Real estate lawyer
Kimberly Lee
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Top Lawyers 2017-present, Palm Springs Life Magazine
2021
Southern California's Top Rated Lawyers, Los Angeles Times
2021
Preeminent Attorney, Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys
2012
Best Lawyers 2012, Palm Springs Life Magazine
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Karen J. Sloat APC
2002 - 2010
Associate Attorney, FitzGerald & Mule LLP
Associations
2008 - Present
Desert Bar AssociationTrustee
2001 - Present
Desert Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2021
Desert Bar AssociationPresident
2013 - 2021
Desert Bar AssociationTreasurer
1992 - 1993
Hawaii ChapterPresident
1987 - 2021
Christian Legal SocietyMember
Education
1987
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
College of William & Mary
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
2020
2013
HR Matters
Employment Laws for Employers
Languages
English
Spanish