Linda Luna

Linda Luna

also known as Linda Luna Lara, Linda Lara

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 12 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

16755 Von Karman Ave, Suite 200, Irvine, CA

About Linda

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Employment and Labor 100%

Breach of contract, Employment and Labor law; discrimination and harassment, wrongful discharge, severance packages, unpaid compensation and benefits, layoff practices, wage and hour compliance, alternative dispute resolution, international employment law issue and class action strategy.

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

LARA & LUNA, APC

16755 Von Karman Ave, Suite 200, Irvine, CA, 92606-5196

LARA & LUNA, APC

16700 Valley View Ave., Suite 170, La Mirada, CA, 90638

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Linda Luna's Reviews

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5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Whistleblower and retaliation

“Ed and Linda represented me well in my whistleblower and retaliation lawsuit against one of my former employers. They worked hard in investigating and prosecuting my case until it was resolved. I highly recommend Ed and Linda to any employees who have questions regarding their rights and need to s...tand up for them.”

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

You wont regret you hired her!!

I retained LARA & LUNA APC in connection with a dispute I had with one of my prior jobs. The complaint that the firm ultimately filed included allegations of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. I was very satisfied with the firm’s representation of me in that matter through resolution. Ed... and Linda work hard for their clients and I recommend them.”

Posted by Jules | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Legal Eagle

I had a very complicated case which required an aggressive knowledeable litigator. She explained thoroughly what to expect and the emotional course it would take during the process. She did all the right legal procedures and carefully calculated each step. She allowed me to review and be involved in ...the process to ensure the content presented did properly convey what happened. She emotionally supported me during my depositions and shielded me from the negative depostions from the defendants. She was incredibly strong and persisted tirelessly to expose every inch of the truth and didn't stop until the last minute of finally settling to my satisfaction. She and her staff were thorough, professional, compassionate and cared about me and the affect on my family. Linda is truly ethical and an advocate of the truth and I would highly recommend her.

Posted by Marilyn Kamerer | March 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

At Will Termination

I highly recommend Linda to family and friends. Linda thoroughly reviewed the separation agreement I was given when terminated as an at will employee following 2 1/2 years of service despite employee policies that were not followed. Linda gave me excellent recommendations on what my options are in ...successfully putting this in my "rear view mirror."

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2012

Passionate Lawyer!

She really cares about her clients. She is passionate about getting what you deserve and taking on the employers who think they can get away with discrimination- no matter how threatening/malicious they are. She is supportive and seeks fairness and justice- very knowledgeable and not willing to ba...ck down. Such an advocate for your rights. Not afraid to go to court if that's what it takes.

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Linda Luna's Lawyer Endorsements

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Edward Lara

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Linda was born to advocate for employees and truly believes in her clients. She will stand toe to toe against any employer that has wronged her client. She has heart, brains, and no fear. I would not hesitate to retain her."

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Vicente Reyes

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Linda is a zealous advocate for employee rights and is passionate about empowering her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Mark Rowe

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"She is well-known and well-respected by fellow attorneys across the country, and her clients sing her highest praises. Linda Luna aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of her clients. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her."

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Gail Barsky

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is well respected by her peers."

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Kevin Neiman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Luna is respected by colleagues and is dedicated to the field and her clients. She is strategic, compassionate and a relentless attorney who goes the extra mile for her clients. Her experience makes her uniquely qualified to provide the practical advice that matters most to clients. I endorse this attorney because, in addition to those qualities, I know that she can be trusted to handle the case to the best of her ability."

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H. Aalsberg

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Linda Luna is one of America's Top Labor and Employment Law Lawyers. I endorse her!"

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Gary Polston

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I gladly endorse Ms. Luna and the work she does in the area of employment law."

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Mario Zapata

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Luna is a highly motivated and knowledgeable attorney. I have never hesitated referring people to her who seek help with an Employment law issue."

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Marina Fraigun

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Linda through the California Employment Lawyer's association. She is a dedicated plaintiff's employment lawyer, committed to work hard for her clients."

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Diana Lopez

Employment and labor lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Linda. She is a zealous advocate and a well-respected attorney in the area of employment law."

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Javier Rivera-Carbone

Employment and labor lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Friend

"I met Linda through affiliate bar organizations of the Orange County Bar Association, including the Hispanic Bar Association and the Labor and Employment Section of the Orange County Bar. She is a dedicated employment lawyer who has demonstrated leadership by taking initiative on being a speaker at events. She stays connected to continuing education courses in order to be a great representative for her clients and informed regarding new trends in employment law. I recommend this attorney."

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Donnie Ho

Employment and labor lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Linda for over 8 years. In that time, I have found her to be a trusting and strong advocate for her clients. She is highly knowledgeable in Employment law and respected by her peers. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lyo Figueroa

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred a couple of lawyers to Linda that have been extremely happy with Linda's work ethic and lawyering skills. I would not hesitate to refer other client's to Linda because I know they will be in good, honest, and competent hands."

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Kristen Lara

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. I'm familiar with Linda through the Orange County Bar Association and affiliate bars. She and I also serve together on the OCBA's Community Outreach Committee. She is a talented attorney who takes her work and her responsibility to give back to the community very seriously. She is hardworking, dedicated to her clients, and a pleasure to work with."

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David Van Luu

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I previously worked with Linda and she is dedicated to doing a thorough job for her clients by researching issues in order to get the best results. She is comfortable going to court to litigate matters. She is professional and collegial in her dealings with others. I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Dominguez

Employee benefits lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Linda at a community event while she was serving as President of the Chapman Law Alumni Association. In the time that I have known Linda, she is personable, takes initiative on starting projects, and follows through on projects to assist Chapman Law Alumni."

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Kelly Chen

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Linda Luna as an employment rights' attorney and a legal professional. When I worked with Linda on an employment discrimination case, I was impressed by her passion and motivation of workers’ rights. Linda is a assertive litigator who is also a skilled negotiator. Linda is a dedicated professional and is well versed in litigation strategy."

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Donald Serafano

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have previously worked with Ms. Luna. She is conscientious and hard working attorney. I am happy to refer clients to her. I endorse this lawyer."

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Tamara Freeze

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Luna is a remarkable employment litigator and has a stellar reputation in the legal community. Her work is efficient, focused, and diligent. I personally watched her successfully argue several matters in court where she convinced the judge to rule in her client's favor. She a very passionate advocate and consistently achieves great results for her clients. She is well regarded by the judges and mediators."

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Brian Freeman

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Linda on a couple employment litigation cases and I have been very impressed with the quality of her work, the care she has for clients, and the tenacity she has in all that she does. She approaches her work with great passion, and it will serve her clients well. I highly endorse Linda's work."

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Marina Fraigun

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Nicholas Myers

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Diana Lopez

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Donnie Ho

Employment and labor lawyer

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Kelly Chen

Employment and labor lawyer

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Lyo Figueroa

Employment and labor lawyer

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Kristen Lara

Civil rights lawyer

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Donald Serafano

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David Van Luu

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Tristan Pelayes

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Javier Rivera-Carbone

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Tamara Freeze

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Brian Freeman

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer - Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2003

Provost Law Academic Scholarship, Chapman University School of Law

2003

Editor, Nexus Law Journal - Chapman Law

2003

HBA Wally Davis Scholarship, Orange County Hispanic Bar Association

2001

Most Distinguished Delegation Award, National Model United Nations - Cal State Fullerton

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, LARA & LUNA, APC

2010 - Present

Attorney, Luna Law Corporation

2009 - 2010

Attorney, Hollins,Schechter Attorney At Law

2006 - 2009

Corporate Counsel, Mexicana Airlines

Associations

2012 - Present

Orange County Women Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Orange County Hispanic Bar Association

Board of Director

2010 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

OCBA Community Outreach Committee

Member

2010 - Present

Chapman Law Alumni Advisory Board

Board of Director

2009 - Present

Robert A. Banyard American Inn of Court

Member

2009 - Present

Kids In Need of Defense (KIND)

Pro Bono Attorney

2006 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Hispanic Bar Association, Orange County

Member

2006 - Present

Orange County St. Thomas More Legal Society

Member

2011 - 2011

OCBA College of Trial Advocacy (COTA)

Participant

2010 - 2011

Chapman Law Alumni Advisory Board

President

2009 - 2010

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - 2009

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2005

Phi Delta Phi Legal Society

Member

2002 - 2006

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Security Company vs. Franchise Food Company

Trial verdict in favor of Client; given an award of damages plus attorneys fees and costs.

Security Company vs. Land Development Company

Settlement in mid six figures in favor of Client.

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Education

2005

Chapman University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

California State University, Fullerton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Universidad de Cantabria Facultad de Derecho

International Study Abroad Santander, Spain

Speaking Engagements

2012

OCHBA MCLE Travel Seminar In Puerto Rico

Real Life Case Studies In Employment Law - What Every Attorney Should Know

2011

UCI Law School DFEH Legal Clinic

UCI Law School DFEH Legal Clinic - Case Study

2011

Orange County Bar Association, Labor & Employment Section Meeting Case Law Updates

Employment Law Updates - Plaintiff

2011

OCBA Labor & Employment Seminar: Life Cycle of An Employment Case

Preparing For and Taking Depositions

2011

Chapman Law Practice Panel

Small Firm Practice Panel

2011

Chapman Law Employment Law Society Spring Panel

Employment Law Panelist - Plaintiff's Side

2011

Chapman Law Alumni Golf Tournament Luncheon

Chapman Law Alumni Golf Tournament Luncheon

2010

Chapman Law Alumni Association MCLE Series

Key Case Law Updates and Trends in Employment Law and Their Impact

2008

Orange County Hispanic Bar Association 25th Annual MCLE Memorial Day Travel Seminar

Effective Communication with Clients - In-House Counsel Perspective

2008

El Viento Foundation - Career Panel

Career Panel - Attorney Perspective

Publications

2010

Employment Blog Reid vs. Google: A Requiem for the Stray Remarks Doctrine

2006

Defense Law Update Court of Appeal Burdens Carrier with Potential Duty to Do Early IME and Contact Insured's Medical Doctors Before Denying UM Demand

Languages

Spanish

English

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