Alicia Irene Dearn

Alicia Irene Dearn

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Employment and labor Lawyer Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Business, Real Estate ... +6 more

About Alicia

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-650 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 13 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2012

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

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Alicia Irene Dearn's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gina | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Senior Personal Fitness Trainer

My husband and me were involved in a lawsuit that we found very disheartening and trying as it involved immediate family. It came completely out of the blue, and EVERYTHING that they alleged was not true. As time went on, it became apparent that they were not interested in reaching a reasonable agr...eement. Instead, it became clear that they intended to extract as much money from us as possible. Our predicament continued on and on, and we wondered when it would ever come to an end. Initially, we had another attorney as we had not met Ms. Dearn yet. The opposing party’s attorney ran circles around that attorney, and we consistently found ourselves on the short end of the stick. However, once we retained Ms. Dearn the dynamic changed completely. I cannot express enough what an excellent attorney she is. She operates with the utmost integrity, firmness and honesty. Ms. Dearn truly cares about her clients and reaching the best possible outcome for them. Once Ms, Dearn was on board with us, she was able to obtain a resolution very quickly, bringing the lawsuit to closure. I wish that we had found her sooner! I highly recommend Ms. Dearn. She is exactly the attorney that you want on your side. I will always be grateful for all she has done for us.

Alicia Dearn

Replied last February 22, 2019

Thank you so much for this review! You guys had such a tough situation and I'm really glad I was able to help you put it behind you.

Posted by Alan | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Who you want in your corner when the fight gets going

Alicia literally saved my financial future. I had to leave a job I loved due to injury and Alicia was there every step of the way. She found that I had not been correctly processed and guided me on the steps to disability. She saved what is now my monthly income and allowed me to be comfortable in ...my post-working life.

Alicia Dearn

Replied last February 22, 2019

Thank you for the kind words! I'm so glad that I was able to help you!

Posted by Marc | September 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Super efficient, helpful, and generous with knowledge

Every now and then you talk to a lawyer who really wants you to UNDERSTAND the answers to your questions, and Alicia is one of those. She didn't hesitate to take the time to patiently fill the gaps in my knowledge and even followed up with some emailed links to useful and authoritative government res...ources so I could have the source material at hand. If you're looking for a conscientious lawyer with integrity, you've found one! Thanks Alicia for your great service!

Posted by Jill | March 27, 2017 | Family

Knowledgeable, Professional, and Compassionate

I had a consultation with Alicia on a complex family law matter. Unfortunately, my case was not a good fit for her for logistical reasons. However, if it were, I would hire her in a minute! She spent a lot of time consulting with me, offered some great legal advice, and advised on the next steps fo...rward to a solution on a very complex matter. Not only is Alicia extremely knowledgeable about the law, she possesses a unique understanding of some of the interpersonal aspects that greatly affects the outcome of legal matters. I have consulted with quite a few attorneys and rarely see that level of compassionate insight. If my case were to be a better fit, I would have hired her with zero hesitation and will in the future if the need arises.

Posted by Roxanne | February 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Professional, friendly and accessible

We hired Alicia to help us with employment issues. Alicia and her team, Elizabeth & Thomas have proven to be invaluable to us as we grow our business.

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Alicia Irene Dearn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brent Pfeiffer

Employment and labor lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fernando Bernheim

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alicia Dearn is an exceptional trial attorney. She is a relentless advocate for her clients in lawsuit and dispute representation in the area of business, employment law and other diverse areas of law."

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London Meservy

Litigation lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Alicia is an excellent attorney! She is a zealous advocate for her clients while managing to maintain a good relationship with her opposing counsel. This trait makes her a very effective representative."

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Ross Poole

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alicia is an incredible lawyer. She is relentless in her representation of her clients. She analyzes a case from every angle so that she is never surprised by the sudden turns cases take. She is sensitive to client needs, a skilled and zealous advocate, and she always obtains great results"

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Melissa Engle

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Alicia is an extremely experienced and knowledgeable litigator. She is very hard-working and provides excellent representation for her clients. She is also well respected in the legal community. I would not hesitate to go to her with any legal issue."

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Bernard King

Business lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Alicia, she is an excellent advocate and a skilled attorney."

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Kathryn Tokarska

Litigation lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Dearn is experienced, caring, and a zealous advocate for her clients."

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John Webb

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London Meservy

Employment and labor lawyer

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Ross Poole

Litigation lawyer

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Melissa Engle

Litigation lawyer

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Bernard King

Employment and labor lawyer

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Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Most Admired CEO, San Diego Business Journal

2016

Lead Counsel in Business Law, Thomson Reuters

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Best of the Bar, San Diego Business Journal

2015

Lead Counsel in Business Law, Thomson Reuters

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Women Who Mean Business, San Diego Business Journal

2015

Best Legal Blog - Nominee, The Expert Institute

2015

Top Attorneys in San Diego Rising Stars, Los Angeles Magazine

2015

Legal Leaders in Labor and Employment Law, Corporate Counsel

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Graduate, Trial Lawyers College

2014

Pro Bono Wall of Fame, Missouri Bar

2014

Legal Leaders in Labor & Employment, American Lawyer

2014

Women Leaders in the Law, American Lawyer

2014

Lead Counsel in Business Law, Thomson Reuters

2014

BV Distinguished Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Attorneys In California, Legal Network

2013

Lead Counsel in Business Law, Thomson Reuters

2013

Top Attorney (Semi Finalist - Business Litigation), San Diego Daily Transcript

2008

Wiley W. Manuel Pro Bono Service Award, State Bar of California

2007

Wiley W. Manuel Pro Bono Service Award, State Bar of California

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Bellatrix PC

2008 - 2011

Attorney, Dearn Law Group

2006 - 2007

Associate, Paul Hastings Janofsky & Walker

2005 - 2006

Associate, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman

Associations

2014 - Present

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

Alum

2012 - Present

Missouri Bar

Member

2012 - Present

Rocket Lawyer

On Call Attorney

2004 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2015 - 2018

Legal Zoom

Panel Attorney

2014 - 2018

National Association of Professional Women

President, Saint Louis Chapter

2014 - 2015

National Association Of Women Business Owners

Member

2014 - 2018

Association of Southern California Defense Counsel

Member

2014 - 2018

Defense Research Institute

Member

2014 - 2018

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2021

FINRA

Arbitrator

2012 - 2015

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Member

2012 - 2018

St. Louis County Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2011

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2014

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

University Forum Lecture Series Why Women Earn Less

2015

Avoiding Practice Management Pitfalls For Solos and Small Firms Common Traps in Trust Accounting

2015

Avoiding Practice Management Pitfalls For Solos and Small Firms Managing the Stress of Practice Management

2014

Libertarian National Convention Opening Presidential Debates to Third Parties

2014

Legal Max Conference

Law Firm Leadership

2013

Our America Initiative Strategy Conference

Legal Issues for Libertarians and the Presidential Debate Commission

2011

San Diego Polish Business Group Meeting

Employment Law Basics

2011

Masters in Healthcare Administration

Employment Issues in the Healthcare Inudustry

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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