About Don

Practice Areas

All areas of employee rights, including discrimination, wrongful termination, overtime, wages, severance pay, whistleblower retaliation, leaves, commission, bonus, vacation pay, breach of contract, fraud, sex harassment, etc

48 years

25%

Employment and Labor 25%

48 years

25%

Sexual Harassment 25%

48 years

25%

Wrongful Termination 25%

48 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 49 years

State: California

Acquired: 1976

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Location

Sessions & Kimball LLP

23456 Madero, Suite 170, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691-7913

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Don David Sessions's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4)

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Posted by Thalassa | March 9, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

Untrustworthy Law Firm

Conniving and condescending law firm in regards to race discrimination cases; it offends them. I reached out to Mr. Sessions for representation in my case, in which he passed me off to Larry Herrera and stated that they're going to help me in my matter. Do not go here seeking any help if you've exper...ienced employment discrimination because of your race. Herrera claims that he likes working on discrimination cases in protected categories such as their age, gender, disability or sexual orientation, but he purposely, deliberately, and intentionally failed to mention the category in regards to racial discrimination, which is the one main category that this country experience the highest rated issues in the most! Herrera pretended to be interested in my case after I sent him a detailed outline of events. He arranged to speak with me over the phone in regards to my case just to pry sensitive information out of me in regards to my case and he spoke to me in a condescending, derogatory, and cult manner, as if he had a guilt complex against my racial discrimination case.

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Posted by LR | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Experience

Very impressive employee advocates at Sessions & Kimball. I was referred to Don Sessions through a mutual acquaintance. Don and his team worked hard for me. They kept me informed every step of the way. I am very pleased with the outcome of my case and would highly recommend Don Sessions to anyone lo...oking for an employee rights attorney.

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Posted by KF | April 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney

#1 Employee Rights Attorney

Don Sessions and his firm represented me in a case involving wrongful termination and violations of ADA {Americans with Disabilities ACT}. He and his firm were always professional, brilliant strategists, and fierce advocates for my case. His knowledge, expertise, and preparations are exquisite.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2014

Don Sessions

My experience with Don was excellent. Don not only performed his job duties to the fullest but was always professional and courteous. I would highly recommend Don Sessions

Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2013

Thanks a million

Prior to meeting Don, I interviewed several attorneys that wanted to take on my case but had no employee rights experience and wanted a large deposit to handle my case. I was then referred to Don Sessions through a mutual party as somone with a great deal of experience dealing with employee rights..... In my first interview, Don gave me expert advice providing me step by step plan on how we could proceed with a probable outcome. This built immediate confidence that I had right person representing me since I had no plan or clue on my next steps prior to this meeting. In a short period of time through a series of interviews, Don was able to get a settlement which exceeded my expectations. I also might add that along the way, Don kept me updated on the status of on going dialog between he and the opposing legal team. This helped me feel more comfortable through this difficult time. Don did a fantastic job representing me. I would recommend him and his team to anyone needing an expert related to wrongful termination HR related issues. Regards, BK

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Don David Sessions's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nicole Nguyen

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Don is relentless in pursuing his client's interests. He takes on the challenges of difficult cases with relish; nothing satisfies him more than to achieve what seemed impossible. His work ethic, creativity, and enthusiasm are among his best traits. It's my pleasure to endorse him as a lawyer and as a leader in his field."

Jacob Stewart

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Friend

"Mr. Sessions is a pioneer in his field. He is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and very approachable."

Samuel Nielson

Wrongful termination lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

Eli Kantor

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Henry Lively

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Over the years that I have been in practice I have referred numerous employment cases to Mr. Sessions and my referrals have all found him to be an outstanding employment lawyer. I highly recommend Mr. Sessions. He is an outstanding attorney."

Justin Crane

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

Fred Ashley

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

Dennise Smith

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

Heidi De Groot

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Elham Rabbani

Employment and labor lawyer

Nicole Nguyen

Employment and labor lawyer

Bruce Lee

Employment and labor lawyer

Marisa Commerford

Sexual harassment lawyer

Samuel Nielson

Employment and labor lawyer

Edye Hill

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

A Best Law Firm, Best Law Firms in America

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

"10" on a 10 scale, AVVO

2014

A Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

A Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2013

"10" on a 10 scale, AVVO

2013

A Best Law Firm, Best Law Firms in America

2012

A Best Law Firm, Best Law Firms in America

2012

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

"10" on a 10 scale, AVVO

2012

A Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

A Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2011

"10" on a 10 scale, AVVO

2011

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

A Best Law Firm, Best Law Firms in America

2010

A Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2010

"10" on a 10 scale, AVVO

2010

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2009

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

1997

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1996

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

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Work Experience

2004 - Present

Senior Partner, Sessions & Kimball LLP

1998 - 1999

Lecturer, Brigham Young University

1995 - 2005

Adjunct Professor, Western State University College of Law

1980 - 2004

President, Don D. Sessions, A Professional Law Corporation

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Associations

1996 - Present

J. Reuben Clark Law Society

Member

1996 - Present

J. Reuben Clark Law Society, Orange County Chapter

Member

1995 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1988 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Section

Member

1977 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2013

J. Reuben Clark Law Society- International

Chair over membership

2005 - 2006

J. Reuben Clark Law Society- Orange County Chapter

Chair

1997 - 2000

Orange County Bar Association

Director

1996 - 1996

Orange County Bar Association, Labor & Employment Section

Chair

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Sample of Legal Cases

Business Executive Wrongfully Fired for Age and Breach of Contract

Recovery over a million dollars

Class Action Lawsuit brings in Mid-Seven Figures

Settlement in the mid-seven figures.

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Education

1976

Loyola Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

Brigham Young University

BS - Bachelor of Science

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Speaking Engagements

2014

Continuing Education of the Bar (frequent lecturer/panelist)

EMPLOYMENT LAW AND RELATED SUBJECTS FOR OTHER ATTORNEYS (over the last few decades)

2010

Hundreds of seminars at our office for the public sponsored by Sessions & Kimball LLP

EMPLOYMENT LAW AND RELATED SUBJECTS FOR THE PUBLIC (Over the last few decades)

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Publications

2010

Orange County Register, Career Builder, Job Giant, Image magazine, and newsletter "WIN AT WORK" practical employee-help syndicated column in magazines and newsletter (96 articles)

2010

Multiple including, Time, Newsweek, Worth, Self, Forbes, Business Week, California Lawyer, Atlantic Monthly, Los Angeles Daily Journal, New York Times, Wall Street Journal. EMPLOYMENT LAW TOPICS (Wrote or edited around 1000 articles over the last 25 years)

2009

Various television and radio stations, including National Public Radio, Market Place, ABC, Airtalk. EMPLOYEE RIGHTS (Around 50 television and radio audio "publications" over the last few decades

2004

Los Angeles Times "SHOP TALK" former columnist for about a decade on front page of Monday Business Section (288 articles)

2003

Pretium Press EMPLOYEE RIGHTS IN CALIFORNIA ( 272 page book sold in bookstores across the country uniquely on California law)

2003

Orange County Register EMPLOYEE RIGHTS columnist (115 articles)

1999

Pretium Press SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE (354 page law school text used in law school by Professor Sessions and others)

1998

EEO-Bimonthly- Equal Employment Opportunity Career Journal EQUAL EMPLOYMENT AND VARIOUS RELATED TOPICS (43 ARTICLES IN NATIONAL MAGAZINE)

1997

Pretium Press WRONGFUL TERMINATION LAW (355 page law school text used in law school by Professor Sessions and others)

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Languages

English

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Activity

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Q&A

I was given a performance improvement plan that was vague with unachievable objectives to accomplish in a 30 days. Legal options

02 Apr 2010

Q&A

What can I do when my boss cusses and yells at me and threatens me with my job?

31 Mar 2010

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