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  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • Licensed for 18 years
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About Kristi

No matter the social setting, be it work or play, 90% of the people I've met introduce themselves and then identify what they do.  They don't identify the number of kids they have, or whether they are married or single.  They identify their jobs, their careers, or their line of work.

 

For better or for worse, our jobs and our careers define our lives.  It's where we spend most of our waking hours. 

 

When something negative happens at work, it has a profound affect.  Many people live paycheck to paycheck, and any disruption at work can affect our ability to support our families.  It can also have a shocking affects on our view of ourselves. Our jobs are deeply personal.

 

This is why I practice employment law.

 

 

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Practice areas

OtherSexual harassmentWrongful terminationClass actionEmployment and labor
  1. Employment and labor: 30%

    Kristi Rothschild is a leading employment lawyer.

  2. Class action: 30%

    Kristi Rothschild represents employees in wage and hour, meal and rest break, overtime, and in other employment class actions.

  3. Wrongful termination: 20%

    Kristi Rothschild represents people who have been illegally fired by their employer.

  4. Sexual harassment: 10%

    Santa Barbara employment lawyer Kristi Rothschild represents people who have suffered sexual harassment.

  1. Discrimination: 10%

    Santa Barbara employment lawyer Kristi Rothschild represents people who have been discriminated against in the workplace.

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

27 W Anapamu St Ste 289
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    CAActive200202/11/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers224
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Super LawyersSuper Lawyers2017
    Top 50 Women Lawyers in CaliforniaSuper Lawyers2016
    Super LawyerSuperLawyers2015
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    PartnerRothschild & Alwill, APC2011 - Present
    AttorneyAnticouni & Associates, Apc2009 - 2011
    Researcher/AssistantInvestment Group of Santa Barbara2008 - 2009
    AttorneyMinehan, McFaul & McLinn2001 - 2007
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember2011 - Present
    National Employment Lawyers Associationmember2011 - Present
    William L. Gordon American Inn of CourtBarrister2011 - Present
    Santa Barbara County Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
    Cancer Hope FoundationBoard of Directors2002 - 2015
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Self Publishing BlogWhy Employment Law is a lot like DIvorce2015
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Southern California Institute of Law - VenturaJD - Juris Doctor2001
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    HR Law - What You Need to KnowDiscrimination and Harassment; Workplace Privacy2017
    HR Law: 2017What's New in Labor Law 20172017
    Human Resource Law from Start to FinishSuccessful Hiring and Recruiting, Employee Handbooks and Policies in the 21st Century2016
    Troubleshooting HR Legal NightmaresEmployee Misclassification; Discipline and Termination Documentation2016
    FAIR InstituteThe Fair, Accurate, Inclusive, and Respectful (FAIR) Education Act2015
    Hiring and Termination: The Ins and Outs of Employment LawInformation Disclosure Issues2014
    Hot Topics In Labor and Employment LawSexual, Racial, and Other Harassment in the Workplace2013
    February EducationEmployee Misclassification2012
    Navigating the Exempt and Non Exempt MazeEmployment Misclassification2011
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    ConfidentialCourt-approved class action settlement of $1,425,000.00
    ConfidentialCourt approved class-action settlement of $7,000,000.00.
    ConfidentialCourt-approved class action settlement of $6,000,000.00

    Reviews

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    Kristi has always gotten me out of a jam. No matter the situation her advice and experience has helped me when I needed it most. Her card is the only Woman's card that my wife will allow me to have in my wallet.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Employment related long term disability claim

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    There are no words to truly express how wonderful Kristi is. She worked so hard on our case to make sure that we received the benefits that we were entitled to. She had to fight an international Fortune 500 company who have more money to throw at claims like ours and yet for a very, very reasonable fee was able to broker a settlement that was fair to everybody. I would hire her again in a second if I ever had this type of need again.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Wrong Job Classification

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    Kristi, was extremely helpful and knowledgeable to my specific situation.Her associate Julian was just as helpful.I would highly recommend them for any Employment issue.Hopefully I will never need another Lawyer for this issue,but if I do I know where to go.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Health Insurance Nightmare...

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    We came to Kristi as we had a health insurance nightmare.. Kristi was able to help us immediately with our case and it was over before we knew it. She grabbed the bull by it's horns and the insurance company did not get away with the inhumanity they had sued us for... The nightmare was gone as well as the awful experience we had endured from the collection agency involved. I would recommend Kristi to anyone!! Hands down.

    Kristi helped our non-profit organization

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    Kristi has helped our non-profit organization during our time of need for employment law advice. She is someone whom we can rely on. She is experienced, straightforward and dedicated to helping non-profits in our community.

    Straight to the solution with no hassle

    Posted by

    I just wanted to thank you for all of your help regarding my case. Without your knowledge and expertise, I would be still lost in the dark without knowing where I am. Ms. Rothschild handled my matter with expertise and knowledge above and beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend her!

    Attorney endorsements

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    Henry Bongiovi, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 21, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have the highest regard for Kristi's legal skills and ethics. As a mediator, I work closely with a large number of attorneys and I have no reservations in refering clients to Kristi and her firm. I endorse this lawyer.

    John Phillips

    With a great track record of published answers to consumers' questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Rothschild is skilled and knows the law well too. If you have a legal question in his area of expertise, she is your answer.

    Cristi Michelon Vasquez, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 16, 2019
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Kristi is a strong, compassionate, smart and talented lawyer. She cares about her clients and the practical impacts of litigation on their lives and livelihood. I have worked with Kristi on several matters and I could not ask for a better partner on cases. Her skills and talent serve our clients well. It is my pleasure to be associated with Kristi, personally and professionally.

    Mark Clay, Discrimination Attorney on Sep 7, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I highly endorse Mrs. Rothschild. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first.

    Stephen Black, Sexual harassment Attorney on Sep 4, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Aryeh Leichter, Employment and labor Attorney on May 6, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Nicole Ricotta, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Very knowledgeable in the area of employment law. Pleasure to work with this attorney.

    Anna Stathis, Employment and labor Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. She provides well reasoned comments in the area of employment law.

    Vance Davis

    I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Rothschild is a fine lawyer with a deep knowledge of employment law as is amply demonstrated in her many great contributions to the Avvo community. She is a true credit to the legal profession.

    John Phillips

    With a great track record of published answers to consumers' questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Rothschild is skilled and knows the law well too. If you have a legal question in his area of expertise, she is your answer.

    Henry Bongiovi, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 21, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have the highest regard for Kristi's legal skills and ethics. As a mediator, I work closely with a large number of attorneys and I have no reservations in refering clients to Kristi and her firm. I endorse this lawyer.

    Cost

    RATES
    • Hourly Rates$125-$550/hour
    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs
      60 minutes
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
      25%-50%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check