Brian Jon Kowalski

Brian Jon Kowalski

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 16 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Corona, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Wrongful Termination

1941 California Avenue, #79453, Corona, CA

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 25%

My office represents employees' rights for claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and California labor code violations such as failure to pay overtime, missed meal and rest breaks. Class action representation also.

16 years | 90 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kowalski Employment Law Corporation

1941 California Avenue, #79453, Corona, CA, 92877

Kowalski Employment Law Corporation

1801 Oakland Blvd., Suite 235 C, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

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Brian Jon Kowalski's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

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

A symbol of hope!

So far so good! I owe a big thank you to Brian here. My manager to make a long story short terminated my brother and suspended me for calling out some serious safety concerns in our work environment and said the reasons for the discipline were unrelated. And its been quite a challenge to find anyone... that will at least hear my brother and I out, until I came across Brian. Not only was he willing to hear me out he also provided guidance on how to tread in these tricky waters. It's attorneys like this that give decent hard working people like us the support we need and the motivation necessary to fight back when companies think they can smile in our faces one day then send us packing the next. Whatever our outcome we give Brian and his law firm a huge thanks for looking out for the right people.

Posted by Juan | March 19, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

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

Employment issue

I was referred to Brian by a local legal aid organization. He was very helpful in providing advice and stability on a difficult workplace issue. He followed up with me promptly and and dedicated his time to thoroughly hear my issue.

Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Counsel

I work for a big bank where employees are treated just like a number. Brian is very thorough. Explained pros and cons all up front. Conducts due diligence prior to suggesting the correct approach. Brian cares and understand the challenges employees face especially with big firms with staff attorneys ...involved, leaving us little people helpless.

Posted by Joanna | July 10, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

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

Brian Kowalski is a fabulous attorney and a very caring human being.

Brian Kowalski spent considerable time and energy reviewing my situation/case. He gave me excellent advice on how to proceed. I have worked for attorneys for 28 years-Brian is not only brilliant, he bends over backwards when he has to deliver unfavorable news and he cares about the people he is wor...king with. Brian is a One in a Million! Joanna

Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I highly recommend Brian and including his firm.

I've known Brian for approximately 8 years. And his services have helped me in the past. If you are looking for an attorney that has Integrity honesty and someone you really can trust and get the job done this is the man you want in your corner to handle your legal matters. Brian has a lot of knowled...ge an experience in his field not to mention his professionalism is something you will notice right away I highly recommend Brian and his firm if you need representation.

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Brian Jon Kowalski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Mitchell

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian specializes in Employment Law and was able to help me address a wage/overtime issue raised by a prospective client. I appreciate Brian's ability to quickly get to the root of the matter, provide candid feedback, and his clear guidance on the path forward."

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Fred Thiagarajah

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Friend

"Brian is not only a hard-working and dedicated attorney, but he is also a caring and upstanding person. Any client would be lucky to have Brian on their side."

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Melissa Petrofsky

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian is a very passionate, zealous advocate for his clients. He protects employees from the illegal and unscrupulous actions of their employers."

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Sandeep Shah

Employment and labor lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Brian on multiple matters. He is an extremely hardworking and knowledgeable attorney. Great to work with."

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Bahram Mahdavi

Employment and labor lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Working with Brian is a pleasure not only because he knows the law and researches the specific legal matter for any and all material updates, but he knows how to communicate the law and how it applies to a specific incident to both fellow attorneys as well as the client who often has no background knowledge in employment law and the law in general. He brings a sense of ease to the client that can often times be lost when attorneys explain the legal process and what to expect."

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Chad Wilson

Employment and labor lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian's expansive knowledge of employment law and litigation results in his very prudent and thoughtful representation of clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Park

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is extremely dedicated to his clients."

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Chad Wilson

Construction and development lawyer

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Sandeep Shah

Employment and labor lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Top Pro 2021, Thumbtack

2008

CALI Award - Entertainment & Sports Law, Whittier Law School

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Founder & Attorney, Kowalski Employment Law Corporation

2013 - 2013

Attorney, Roundhay Venture Advisers LLC

2012 - 2012

Contract Attorney, Anhalt Law Office

2012 - 2012

Contract Attorney, Espinosa & Espinosa

2011 - 2012

Contract Attorney, Blank & Dahl, LLP

2011 - 2012

Contract Attorney, Carlson & Jayakumar

2011 - 2013

Contract Attorney, Latham & Watkins, LLP

2010 - 2011

Contract Attorney, Law Offices of Fred Thiagarajah

2010 - 2011

Contract Attorney, Chiarelli & Mollica

2010 - 2010

Contract Attorney, Ross Law Group APC

Associations

2020 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Member of Labor & Employment Law Panel

2020 - Present

Corona Chamber of Commerce

Attorney Member

2020 - Present

Riverside County Barristers Association

Attorney Member

2020 - Present

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member of Labor & Employment Law Panel

2018 - Present

California Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2016 - Present

State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law Section

Panel Member

2015 - Present

Community Legal Aid SoCal

Member of Labor & Employment Law Panel

2014 - Present

Thumbtack

Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Worker - Unpaid Minimum Wage/Overtime

$89,000

Breach of Contract

Mediation

Sexual Harassment

Settled

Class Action - Unpaid OT

Settled

Rachelle

Settled

Elvira

Mediation - Settled

Edgar

Mediation - Settled

Rosanne

Settled

Scott

Mediation - Settled

David

Debt negotiated.

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Education

2009

Whittier Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

California State University, Sacramento

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

OC United BNI

General Meeting

2020

Corona Chamber of Commerce - Good Morning Corona

General Meeting

2019

Orange County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Dynamex - One Year Later

2017

Whittier Law School Moot Court Competition Judge - Moot Court Competition

2017

Whittier Law School Career Day Career in Employment Law

Publications

2016

The Daily Sports Herald Staff Reporter

2015

The Daily Sports Herald Staff Reporter

2014

The Daily Sports Herald Staff Reporter

2013

The Daily Sports Herald Staff Reporter

2012

The Daily Sports Herald Staff Reporter

2011

The Daily Sports Herald Staff Reporter

Languages

English

Activity

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