Dawn Michelle Knepper

Dawn Michelle Knepper

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

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

100 Spectrum Center Drive, Ste. 900, Irvine, CA

About Dawn

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 23 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2002

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Dawn Knepper

100 Spectrum Center Drive, Ste. 900, Irvine, CA, 92618

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Dawn Michelle Knepper's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very knowledgable, straight forward and gets the job done! Highly recommend!

Dawn brings both personal experience and a deep understanding of your rights. If you follow her guidance and provide the necessary documentation promptly, she will dedicate herself to achieving the best outcome for you. In my case, she worked tirelessly and resolved everything in under a month—from t...he initial call to the final resolution. Her commitment to her clients is unmatched, and she genuinely puts her heart into her work. Do your part, and rest assured, she’ll do hers. I highly recommend her! Thank you again, Dawn!

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Strongly recommend for her persistence in achieving maximum results

I cannot recommend Dawn Knepper highly enough. She represented me in a wrongful termination case after I was unjustly fired shortly after returning from maternity leave. From the very beginning, she believed in my case and made me feel heard and supported during an incredibly difficult time. What ...stood out most was her unwavering persistence. Even when my former employer repeatedly ignored her outreach, she refused to back down. She continued to advocate on my behalf, pushing forward with professionalism, determination, and an impressive command of the law. Her dedication never wavered, and her commitment to justice gave me the strength to keep going. Thanks to her relentless efforts, we were able to reach a resolution that brought both closure and a sense of justice - including a significant increase from my initial offer. If you’re looking for an attorney who truly fights for you and doesn’t give up when the going gets tough, Dawn Knepper is the one you want by your side.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend

I was referred to Dawn as I found myself navigating a very difficult situation at work not knowing what to do next. She provided me with compassionate and wise counsel in regards to all of my available options and gave me the space to come to an informed decision. She drafted a concise and incredibl...y effective demand letter and was my advocate from that first call to our final pre-litigation agreement. It was so helpful to have Dawn on my side as my advocate throughout the very difficult process.

Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

10/10 recommend!

I couldn't recommend Dawn enough! After being laid off while on maternity leave, I reached out to Dawn after coming across her profile on AVVO. In our first conversation, Dawn took the time to hear my experience, talk through my questions and concerns, and explain her recommended approach in detail. ...I immediately felt heard, cared about, and validated. She patiently reviewed my documentation, drafted an incredible demand letter, and consistently followed up with my prior employer until we were able to reach an agreement without having to go into litigation. While it was never about the money, Dawn relentlessly advocated for me and my family, exceeding my expectations on a settlement. If you are looking for knowledgable, experienced, persistent, and compassionate legal representation, look no further.

Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Maintenance Worker

Dawn is an amazing attorney! She’s great at what she genuinely cares about her clients. She listened, guided me and made sure I had the best outcome for my case. Highly recommend her.

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Dawn Michelle Knepper's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Goldberg

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 19

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"I enthusiastically endorse Ms. Dawn Knepper as an outstanding labor and employment attorney. She is very skilled and knowledgeable and always represents her clients with the highest ethical standards. She is highly respected by the legal community, her peers and opposing counsel. Her clients are lucky to have her as their attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

AV Preeminent 4.9 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Board Certified - Labor and Employment Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2020 - Present

President, Knepper Law

2005 - Present

Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart

2018 - 2020

Shareholder and Employment Attorney, Buchalter

2001 - 2005

Attorney, Richie & Gueringer, PC

Associations

2020 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce

Board Member, Officer

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

Orange County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

Federal Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Texas, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

Education

2000

Golden Gate University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Texas System, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

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