Joshua Y. Lee

Joshua Y. Lee

also known as Law Office of Joshua Y. Lee

4.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 12 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Fullerton, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Personal Injury, Corporate & Incorporation

1440 N. Harbor Blvd., Suite 900, Fullerton, CA

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 40%

wrongful termination, unlawful workplace discrimination, rest & meal breaks, over-time, minimum wage, final paycheck, the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), California Labor Codes, Employee Handbooks, HR procedures and practices.

40%
Personal Injury 40%

Auto-accident, rear ended, drunk driver, uninsured motorist with injuries.

40%
Corporate and Incorporation 20%

Business entity formation, operating agreements, bylaws, business advice and transactions, contracts and different agreements between partners and vendors.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Contingency

25%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law office of Joshua Y. Lee

1440 N. Harbor Blvd., Suite 900, Fullerton, CA, 92835

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Joshua Y. Lee's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

The Cold Shoulder!

I am paying monthly for a Metlife premium legal plan. My plan is the best plan you can buy! So, I need to sue a couple of businesses in small claims court. Metlife sent me a list of lawyers who are supposed to help with Small Claims Court and Mr. Lee was on that list. So, I called and spoke with t...he receptionist who told me to email Mr. Lee the details of my case and we would start from there! She said to make sure that I "CC" the email to multiple people to make sure Lee gets it, to which I did. Mr. Lee responded to my email with the most contradictory gibberish I have ever received from an attorney! He basically said that he DOES NOT help with small claims anymore....but in the very next sentence he said, "We can help you" A little confused? Me too! Unhappy and confused with the reply I let several days go by before I emailed him again. I tried my best to be "nice" as I have learned in the past that Attorneys have surprisingly thin skin. I let him know that I was quite confused by his last email and I was unsure if he was willing to help or not! So ... I'm going to reply to your last email...ask my question and just wait for your reply! Thank you! Two days later, no reply! I have email tracking and he never even opened it. So on the 3rd day I call and left a voice mail which is unsettling enough as it appears they do not pick up the phone directly. Atleast not often. The receptionist returned my call and to no surprise she said Mr. Lee is unable to take my case. To which I replied I never wanted him to "Take" my case, I just needed legal advice as your firm told Metlife you would provide!! I told her that this treatment was VERY unprofessional and Mr. Lee should expect a negative review online and I will make Metlife aware of the situation also! She did nothing to make things right and hung up. So, as promised...here is my Negative review and I will call Metlife monday. If this is the extremely poor treatment I am receiving for simple advice about "Garbage", unreliable small claims court, I can only imagine how disconnected and unhelpful this firm will be if hired! After I got off the phone with his receptionist Mr. Lee did finally reply to my email with...."Oh, that is what happened". WTF does that mean?? My email was very legible!! What a waste of time. Thanks for NOTHING Mr. Lee.

Joshua Lee

Replied last June 14, 2025

So this review is inaccurate. You first contacted my office on April 30th. We replied on April 30th asking you for further details. No response until we followed up on May 19th. Then you responded on May 19th with details. On May 20th I responded with considerable detail about how to handle your case, what information you needed, where to go to get the resources, and what steps to take. Then on May 20th you responded with a lengthy rude rebuttal to my advice and yet proceeded to request that I answer 3 additional questions about your case. Despite your rude and distasteful response to my helpful reply, I responded again with even further detail and advice and instructions on how to best prosecute your case in small claims. Then you threatened me and you posted this defamatory review on Avvo. Extortion is against the law. Defamation is against the law.

Posted by Leanne | April 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent, personable, and trustworthy

I’ve hired Joshua Lee twice resulting in two successful outcomes. I originally sought legal representation for assistance with an employment contract. He was efficient and provided valuable input to create an employment contract that was fair and acceptable to both parties while ensuring my rights... were protected. I had such a positive experience with Joshua Lee last year that it made perfect sense to hire him again for my malpractice personal injury case. In the malpractice personal injury case, Mr. Lee reduced the stress of the legal process immensely during a time of intense physical and emotional hardship. He listened and treated me with compassion and respect. This was a much longer process than my employment contract case, and I am so glad he was willing to walk me through it every step of the way. In both instances, Mr. Lee always responded in a timely manner. He handled my cases with professionalism and integrity. He was straightforward, objective, and transparent throughout the entire process. I never felt pressured or rushed. He welcomed my questions and kept our lines of communications open. Mr. Lee treated me with the utmost respect and made sure that I received the most favorable outcomes. I am grateful for his efforts and dedication to both of my cases. Joshua Lee is a great listener, objective, and ethical. His fees are more than fair for the outstanding service he provides. I highly recommend Mr. Lee to anyone who is seeking representation from a trustworthy attorney.

Posted by Richard | April 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Champion Lawyer for dark situations that seem hopeless!

Finding myself in a horribly misrepresented corporate contract circumstance. I was on the search for a competent legal representative that understood business law with more than just academic regurgitation. Upon meeting with Josh for my initial consultation I was confident in choosing him to represe...nt me. There was never a moment that I felt rushed as he patiently listened (Truly Listened) to the details of my situation. I was then presented with the options that were viable and in "my" best interest. Throughout the entire process Josh always placed my needs and foundation as the priority. He is an awesome attorney and person more importantly, always very straightforward and never upselling an unnecessary service. The vast knowledge he has lead to handling my case with expedience. I cannot express enough how refreshing it is to have met an attorney who has sincere integrity and a true desire to get justice for his clients. Josh takes such a pro-active approach with each aspect at hand. I was never in the dark about the status of my case. I knew from the moment I started this journey with him that he would be available for me via call, text, email or in person by making time in his busy schedule. He is always thinking of different solutions, while displaying a passionate desire to achieve victory for those he represents. My appreciation once again Josh for the incredible results you provided with the sincere guidance of your legal skills! Anyone who seeks a loyal, honest and highly experienced lawyer that can put you at ease give him the opportunity for a winning relationship!

Joshua Lee

Replied last April 24, 2019

Richard, it was a pleasure meeting you and taking care of your needs. You raise good questions along the way and I was glad it worked out. Thanks for this review!

Posted by anonymous | April 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great experience

I had found Attorney Lee on Yelp to consult about a some questions I had regarding a personal case. I was able to get an appointment with him quickly and he was very thorough during our consultation. All my questions were answered and he ended up representing me. The case did not go to court as he wa...s able to reach a settlement that was satisfactory to me. He kept me updated through the entire process and would definitely recommend him to anyone I know.

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Joshua Y. Lee's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Irak

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He has great attention to detail!"

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Aryeh Leichter

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Contracts and agreements lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Nguyen

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He assisted me on a complicated employment law matter and got great results. Mr. Lee is definitely a must-have advisor for your employment issues."

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Tuvia Korobkin

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Paul Nguyen

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

RISING STAR, Super Lawyers

2020

RISING STAR, Super Lawyers

2020

TOP YOUNG ATTORNEYS, LOS ANGELES MAGAZINE

2020

BEST PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS IN FULLERTON, Expertise

2019

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S TOP YOUNG LWYERS, Los Angeles Magazine

2017

SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD, SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE

Associations

2014 - Present

Orange County Bar Association (OCBA)

Member

2014 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Business and Corporate Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA)

Member

2014 - 2018

Korean American Bar Association of Southern California (KABA)

Member

2014 - 2019

California Employment Lawyers Association (CELA)

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Notable Cases - Personal Injury and Employment Law

Favorable settlement

Notable Cases

Favorable Settlement

Notable Cases

Favorable Settlement

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Education

2013

Pacific Coast University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

Western School College of Law

Guest Panel Speaker

2015

Western School College of Law

Guest Panel Speaker

2014

Western School College of Law

Guest Panel Speaker

Publications

2014

2014 US-Korea Law Journal (US-Korea Law Foundation) Cultural Influences on Bribery: Compliance obligations under the U.S. FCPA and review of S. Korea Anti-Corruption Legislation

Languages

Korean

English

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