Megan J. Beaman

Megan J. Beaman

also known as Megan Beaman-Jacinto

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 17 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Palm Desert, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Discrimination, Immigration, Constitutional

73733 Fred Waring Dr. Suite 203, Palm Desert, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 17 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2008

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Beaman Law

73733 Fred Waring Dr. Suite 203, Palm Desert, CA, 92260

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Megan J. Beaman's Reviews

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Posted by Anastacio | February 9, 2015

Highly recommended

I've had the pleasure of working with Ms. Beaman on several matters. She is passionate about justice and is always prepared to fight for her clients. I highly recommend her office.

Posted by Diego | February 6, 2015

Thank You, Megan

Without Megan, I would not be here today. Megan represented me in an immigration matter. She truly cared about me and got the job done. I'd recommend her to anyone.

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Megan J. Beaman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Quadrel

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Megan is a strong advocate for her clients and very knowledgeable in labor and employment matters. In my experience with Megan, she has continuously demonstrated her professionalism as a litigator and counselor at law."

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Guelda Bajramovic

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Megan takes her responsibility to the community she serves further than most attorneys. She does not shy away from difficult cases, her goal is to protect those who are vulnerable in the work place and I truly admire her."

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Rahul Sethi

Unknown lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Megan is the greatest. She truly cares about her clients. She is smart, tough and doesn't put up with bs. She has a lot of common sense, is practical, and connects with people on a human level. It's been a pleasure to work with her on matters and I hope to continue to do so. Megan is one of the best employment lawyers."

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Prairie Bly

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Megan is a dedicated and passionate advocate. I highly recommend her and endorse her. When I refer a client to her I can rest easy knowing the client will receive top notch advocacy and attention to often difficult needs and facts."

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Eric Beatty

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Megan on one matter and consulting on several others. Megan is committed to her clients and actively works to do the best thing for her clients."

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Michael Jacobs

Government lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Megan and found her to be just a terrific lawyer and teammate."

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Angel Horacek

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Megan is thorough and professional. She is fully invested in her clients and her cases."

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Louis Benowitz

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Megan is a highly intelligent, conscientious, and ethical employee rights attorney. She is an excellent and knowledgeable advocate for her clients in employment discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage and hour matters. She is an outstanding lawyer for any worker seeking representation in the Coachella Valley and surrounding region!"

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Michael Velarde

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Megan Beaman is an excellent attorney. She litigates with great tenacity, and has a successful track record taking on large entrenched interests. If I am unable to handle a matter, I frequently direct the client to her office."

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Christina Holstege

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Megan Beaman and Beaman Law in the highest of terms. Megan Beaman is one of the best employment attorneys in the Coachella Valley. She has a strong background in serving low-income clients and truly understands the issues affecting her clients' lives. I have worked with her and I have seen her excellent litigation skills first-hand. She is not only a star litigator, but she is a true advocate for her community. Megan brings many other skills to the table than a traditional lawyer does. She is a fantastic community lawyer and we are lucky to have her practicing in the Coachella Valley."

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Vanessa Ruggles

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Megan is passionate, smart, responsive, and a true advocate for her clients, which is reflected in her results. It is evident that she truly cares about those she represents. I love working with her and never hesitate to refer clients to her office. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer!"

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Joshua Mulligan

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Megan Beaman fights hard for her clients, and she approaches her cases with real heart. You can see through Megan's background and her activities with non-profits that she isn't just in this for the money. She's on the side of the "little guy" and she's fighting unethical or immoral employers to make her community a better place."

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David Browne

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I feel lucky to have found Megan for co-counseling and referring cases. She is bright and compassionate in her work. Megan listens to each client's situation and provides nuanced and individualized representation for each client. Megan is a tireless advocate for her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Civil Rights Leader of the Year, Democratic Women of the Desert

2014

2014 Star, Coachella Unincorporated

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney / Owner, Beaman Law

2008 - 2012

Staff Attorney, California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. Migrant Farmworker Project

Associations

2014 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

2012 - Present

Desert Bar Association

2012 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

2012 - Present

Democratic Women of the Desert

2010 - Present

Environmental Justice Coalition for Water

2009 - Present

Advocates Coalition for Coachella Valley Community and Environmental Health

2008 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

2008 - Present

Building Healthy Communities of the Eastern Coachella Valley

Education

2008

University of Wisconsin Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Grinnell College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Xavier High School Human Dignity Week

Connecting the Dots: Work + Immigration in Our Lives

2013

Migrant Head Start Parents' Meeting

Immigrants' Rights at Home, at Work, and in the Street

2013

Annual Conference of Promotoras de Calidad Munidal

Immigration Status and the Workplace

2012

Migrant Parents' Conference

Immigrants' Rights at Home, at Work, and on the Street

2011

National Association of Latino Community Asset Builders

Fighting to Live: Califonia Colonias and Community Advocacy through a Civil Rights Lens

2010

NIOSH/NORA Agriculture Sector Council Meeting

Left out in the Heat: Heat Stress, Housing Conditions, and Health Among Seasonal Farmworkers

2010

National Farmworker Law Conference

Safety in Numbers: California Heat Illness Standards

Publications

2013

The Desert Sun House's piecemeal approach leaves system broken

2011

Clearinghouse REVIEW Journal of Poverty Law and Policy Furthering the Fight to Make Clean Water a Right in California

2010

Clearinghouse Review Journal of Poverty Law and Policy This court will not Close Duroville: Balancing Tribal Sovereignty and Residents' Rights in US v. Duro

Languages

English

Spanish

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