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Andrew Joseph Jaramillo
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Biography
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
67%
28 years
Class Action
33%
21 years
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Licensed in California for 27 years
State: California
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Altus Law Firm
5 Park Plaza, Suite 200, Irvine, CA, 92614
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Posted by Michelle | March 20, 2015
Fantastic attorney
Andrew was extremely professional. He also broke everything down into basic terms and always made sure I understood what he was explaining. He bent over backwards, even meeting me at work! Andrew kept me informed every step of the way and reviewed everything with me before he made any decisions. I wo...
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2015 | Employment & Labor
Call Andrew if you need of an employment lawer
I approached Andrew with a legal matter regarding my employer. I felt quite anxious about the situation since I do not have much experience in negotiations or lawsuits. However, Andrew walked me through the process and explained everything to me. He seemed genuinely concerned about my case and looked...
Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Professional, effiencet, honest and highly recommended
I hired Mr. Jaramillo to help me with a very hard and emotional decision I had to make with an employee of over 20 years. He took the time to really help me understand the pros and cons to each step I took. I was able to settle the case out of court with his advice and I'm very grateful to him for...
Posted by Judy | February 05, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Knowledgeable & Highly Recommend
Mr. Jaramillo helped me with a legal matter dealing with my employers. He was highly knowledgeable, professional and caring. I would definitely recommend him most highly.
Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
If you're in need of an employment lawyer, look no further!
My experience in dealing with lawyers regarding my claim was not pleasant until I found Andrew Jaramillo. Aside from displaying excellent interpersonal skills, Andrew was incredibly prompt and professional and actually made me feel comfortable. He was very informative with respect to what my options...
Andrew Joseph Jaramillo's Lawyer Endorsements
"Andrew’s experience, pedigree, and skill as a labor & employment litigator is beyond exceptional. While many in the legal profession recognize Andrew for having successfully defended some of our nation’s largest employers, he has also emerged as a formidable advocate of workplace rights – much to the benefit of California employees. It is Andrew’s unique perspective from both sides of the bar, his capacity to deconstruct complex legal issues with ease, and his seamless ability to connect with other human beings that sets him apart."
"I strongly endorse and recommend Andrew Jaramillo. Andrew is an outstanding employment and class action attorney. Andrew is a Stanford Law School alum, he was in-house counsel for Home Depot and he was a partner at national firms. But what really sets Andrew apart from other employment and class action attorneys is that he is pragmatic, attentive, does what's in the best interest of his clients and is personable."
"Mr. Jamarillo is well informed on the law, and provides helpful advice. I endorse this lawyer."
"Quite simply, Andrew is one of the best attorneys with whom I've encountered in my legal career. Not only is his substantive legal knowledge first rate, but I have personally observed him apply unique, creative approaches in forming legal strategy which result in very effective results for his clients. Equally as important, Andrew is one of those rare attorneys who is not only strong advocate but also able to relate to many different types of people and personalities while maintaining the ability to explain complicated factual and legal issues. Andrew is a tremendous attorney who I strongly and unequivocally recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Smart, tough but practical. Finds creative solutions to employment cases."
"I strongly endorse Andrew as one of the top employment lawyers in Southern California. He is extremely bright, ambitious and well-respected in the legal community. Andrew's background stacks up with the best of the best, both in terms of his experience at big law firms as well as his training and education. If I have an employment question, Andrew is the guy I call."
Manbir Chowdhary
Employment and labor lawyer
Judy Sha
Employment and labor lawyer
Matthew D'Abusco
Employment and labor lawyer
Sean Reis
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, Altus Law Firm
2012 - 2013
Of Counsel, Jackson Lewis LLP
2010 - 2012
Equity Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart
2007 - 2010
Of Counsel, Payne & Fears, LLP
2004 - 2007
In-House Counsel, The Home Depot
1998 - 2004
Association Attorney, Payne & Fears, LLP
Associations
2014 - Present
Orange County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2007
Association of Corporate CounselMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Nickel v. ARB, Inc.
Successfully represented employer on appeal -- court's award of attorneys' fees upheld
Miscimarra v. Home Depot, U.S.A., Inc.
Successfully represented employer on appeal -- summary judgment affirmed
Hawkins v. Home Depot, U.S.A., Inc.
Successfully represented employer on appeal -- summary judgment upheld
Education
1998
Stanford Univ Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
University of California - Irvine
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Labor & Employment Seminar
Emotional Damages: Valuing Priceless
2013
Association of Corporate Counsel (Southern California Chapter)
Employment Law Potpourri
2012
2012
National Human Resources Association Orange County Chapter
Recent Legislative Developments in Employment Law
2011
Orange County Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section Meeting
Employment Law Update
2011
Life Cycle of an Employment Law Case
Preparing and Taking Employment Depositions
2011
Association of Corporate Counsel (Southern California Chapter)
E-Discovery and Spoliation
Publications
2011
Portfolio Media (Law360)
NASA’s Constitutional Background Checks
2011
SHRM
9th Circuit: Social Workers Not Covered by FLSA’s Learned Professionals Exemption
2003
California Labor & Employment Law Review
Post-War Reconstruction: Dealing With Employees Returning From Military Leave
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I work 8 hours or more a day at my job and we get no breaks?what can I do about this
01 Dec 2019
Q&A
Is it illegal for your employer to not pay you after the payday?
23 Jan 2015
Q&A
Can my boss force me to stay on the premises during my lunch break?
31 Aug 2014