Imad Younan Elias

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Imad Younan Elias

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Wrongful termination Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Wrongful Termination, Discrimination, Sexual Harassment ... +2 more

3333 Michelson Dr., Suite 300, Irvine, CA

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About Imad

Biography

Excellent results. Passionate, Fair & Dedicated Firm With Over 50 Years of Combined Civil Trial Experience. Call 323-857-9500

Imad Elias is a staunch advocate for victims of unlawful employment practices, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination. His latest jury verdict is a $1.5Million verdict against UC Irvine for failure to accommodate his client, a nurse with a hearing disability.

Imad Elias has been trying catastrophic personal injury cases, including car accidents, dangerous conditions, trip/slip and falls and medical malpractice, since 1993. In Dec. 2021 he and his partner Scott Mann achieved a $5Million settlement for a client who was badly injured in a truck accident.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Discrimination 30%

I represent employees in claims of workplace discrimination under California's various anti-discrimination and anti-retaliation laws, including the Fair Employment & Housing Act and Labor Code 1102.5, among many others.

32 years | 500 cases

30%
Wrongful Termination 30%

I represent employees in claims of wrongful termination of employment under California's various anti-discrimination, anti-retaliation, Public Policy and Breach of Employment contract claims.

32 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Sexual Harassment 25%

I represent employees in claims of workplace sexual harassment under California's various anti-harassment and anti-retaliation laws, including the Fair Employment & Housing Act and Labor Code 1102.5, among many others.

32 years | 500 cases

25%
Employment and Labor 10%

Litigation of Employment law claims on behalf of employees and small businesses, including discrimination and harassment based on disability, age, race, gender, race, religion and national origin; whistle blowing; retaliation; failure to reasonably accommodate and wrongful termination in violation of public policy; Wage and hour, overtime, lunch and rest period law violations. More then 50 trials and arbitrations + hundreds of mediations and settlements.

34 years | 750 cases

10%
Personal Injury 5%

All aspects of litigating involving claims by tort victims including catastrophic injuries from negligence of others, car crashes, burn incidents, trip/slip and falls because of dangerous conditions, pedestrian vs. auto, bike vs. auto and Medical Malpractice. Over 20 trials and arbitrations.

33 years | 800 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 33 years

State: California

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Mann & Elias

3333 Michelson Dr., Suite 300, Irvine, CA, 92612

manneliasinjurylaw.com/attorneys/imad-elias/

Online Presence

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Imad Younan Elias's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2021 | Employment & Labor

Excellent lawyer!!

I recently had the pleasure of working on a sensitive professional issue with Imad Elias. He consistently demonstrated a stellar knowledge base of employment law while simultaneously being responsive, understanding, and patient when garnering the necessary details of my case. I would highly recommen...d his services.

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

The BEST!

I am extremely satisfied with the service that Imad Elias provided to me. He and his associates were VERY knowledgeable and that made all the difference for my case! The team was available when I needed information and they were always gracious. I cannot recommend them highly enough!

Posted by Monica | August 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Simply The Best .........

Employment law attorneys representing clients who have been wrongfully terminated are plentiful in the state of california. Choosing one can be a daunting task. For those of us who find ourselves in the position of having to fight big corporations, small companies and/or individuals it can be an ov...erwhelming situation that most would rather avoid. I found myself in that exact position working for a corporation that routinely fired people with work injuries and/or disabilities. They are a huge branded corporation well known and well respected in their industry and I did not imagine that I would be able to prove that they had done anything wrong. Not only did I need an attorney who was smart and capable, but I needed an attorney who was use to winning against a firm considered to be one of the best. I was fortunate in crossing paths with Imad Elias (of Mann Elias) as he was able to navigate a legal maze that would send most attorneys down a costly road with no end in sight. Imad Elias is not only brilliant but he is dangerously strategic. Law suits can be incredibly stressful and without the representation I was afforded by having him take my case - i know i would have been part of a statistic that could potentially leave clients emotionally and financially bruised. I was in great hands and slept well knowing I had the brightest most capable attorney going against one of the largest most powerful firms in employment law. He was victorious every step of the way. He forced their hand legally They had to hire me back. They had to pay damages. And the details of the settlement (typically bound in a confidentiality agreement) were also part of an agreement that I do not have to keep secret. I got "everything" i wanted! The day to day process of gathering information, organizing facts and detailing events was also made easy by an equally supportive and capable staff. Most of us don't imagine finding ourselves in need of legal counsel - but should you - Imad Elias is one of the brightest most capable minds in law.

Posted by GUSTAVO | February 05, 2013 | Wrongful Termination

Imad Elias is the attorney who should represent you. I say this enthusiastically and unequivocally.

Imad Elias is an amazing attorney- someone I turn to for advice and someone you can trust to look out for YOUR interests 100%. Imad represented my wrongful termination case and handled the entire process wonderfully and professionally. I always felt he gave me many options and his best recommendati...on. He was professional in his dealings with his client and opposing counsel throughout and the case did which ultimately settled in my favor. I would feel very comfortable recommending him in the future. 1. He always answers his phone or is always prompt on returning phone calls. 2. He is very personable and showed genuine concern in my case. 3. He is relatable. You never feel like he's above you... it's like hiring a good friend. 4. He has an amazing team that is just as personal and helpful (Thanks Scott and Caroline). 5. And He has a GREAT track record! Go to his website and see what he's done for others.

Posted by CJ | August 20, 2010 | Family

Genuine Relations

Imad helped me through a 3 yr legal battle, all the while he was honest, diligent and professional. What I appreciated the most was his genuine concern for the wellbeing of my family. I was not just a case, I was a client, and his personability made him extremely easy to work with even though we neve...r met in person.

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Eric Panitz

Wrongful termination lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Our firm endorses Imad Elias. Imad is a brilliant, diligent, experienced and competent litigator. Beyond this, he is an ethical, courteous and compassionate lawyer. I would not hesitate to recommend Imad to any client."

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Jackie Abboud

Personal injury lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Imad Elias. He is extremely competent and knowledgeable. He is an excellent attorney."

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Paul Molinaro

Insurance lawyer | Sep 14

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Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Galorah Keshavarz

Employment and labor lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michel Chaghouri

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Imad has been a mentor and friend. His professional advice has always been insightful and accurate."

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Hadi Ramsey

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Elias and found that he is a caring and thoughtful attorney who truly cares for his clients! He is an inspiration to me and one of the most result oriented employment law attorneys in the Southern California. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kimberly Higgins

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Imad's passion for his clients is admirable. I had the pleasure of working with him recently on a disability discrimination case against a major retailer. He is without question an outstanding lawyer who represents his clients zealously, yet with compassion and understanding. I endorse him without reservation."

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Calvin Chang

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer - Employment, Daily Journal

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer - Employment, Daily Journal

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer - Employment, Daily Journal

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer - Employment, Daily Journal

2016

Super Lawyer - Employment, Daily Journal

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer -Employment, Daily Journal

Work Experience

1997 - 1998

Associate, Huang & Mitchell

1993 - 1997

Partner, Stephen Duplantis & Associates

Associations

2009 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

member

2005 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

member

2011 - 2013

Arab American Lawyers Association

President

2007 - 2011

Arab American Lawyers Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Scricca vs. UC Regents

Jury Verdict of $1.14Million - Total Recovery with fees and costs $1.5+ Million

Jenkins vs. MGA Entertainment

$269,000

Ford vs. Hilti

Reinstatement to employment 6 months after termination + $103,000 awarded in damages

Radwan et al vs. Andaluz Restaurant

Plaintiff Verdict. Award over $138,000

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Education

N/A

Pepperdine Univ SOL

law

N/A

Claremont McKenna Coll

undergraduate

Languages

Arabic

French

Spanish

Activity

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