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Melissa A. Newman
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Attorney specializing in workplace justice. Advocate for the employee fighting discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination and unpaid wages in courts throughout California. Background in women's rights proves a unique ability to negotiate on behalf of women in business.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
14 years
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Licensed in California for 13 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Cindy | September 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Follow up - Great Results
Melissa Newman worked on my case, calling me evenings and weekends whenever she had questions or important updates. She was thorough in gathering information, thoughtful in her approach, and very effective in her delivery. Without any negotiation, we were granted our full request. I couldn't be ha...
Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Terrific person and fine attorney
Melissa is awesome. She helped me understand the strengths of my case and walked me through the steps of preparing for a trial. Fortunately, with Melissa's skill and knowledge we were able to avoid a trial and come to a satisfactory resolution.
Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Integrity.
After consulting 3 firms, I choose Melissa to represent me. She not only fully listened, but she wanted to approach my case from a very honest perspective. Other places wanted to throw everything at my employer and then look to see what would stick. I felt 100% more confident with Melissa because...
Melissa A. Newman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Newman is a tough, experienced litigator who has guided numerous clients to successful results, in a variety of employment-related disputes."
"I've known Melissa for many years and I highly recommend her in the fields of employment and labor law. She is honest, smart and a good person. What more could you want in a lawyer!"
"I've known Melissa for many years. She is incredibly smart and diligent. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I think Melissa is an excellent attorney, and an asset to the fields of Employment and Labor law."
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Experience
Honors
2011
CALI Excellence for the Future Award, CALI Org
2010
CALI Excellence for the Future Award, Cali Org
2009
Full Merit Scholarship, Chapman University School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner and Employee Rights Attorney, Law Office of Melissa Newman
2013 - 2014
Restraining Order Center DV-Project Clerk, Stanley Mosk Courthouse
2011 - 2012
Clerk, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Women Lawyers Association of Los AngelesLos Angeles Attorney
American Bar Association
Member
2011 - 2011
Disability Rights Legal CenterVolunteer Attorney
2011 - 2012
Chapman Law ReviewExecutive Board
Sample of Legal Cases
Sample of Types of Cases Recently Litigated in Orange County and Los Angeles County
Success
Education
2012
Chapman University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2018
Sexual Harassment and Gender Identity Bootcamp
Sexual harassment and gender identity in the workplace
Publications
2016
ihaveworkrights.com
Gender Gap Among High Earners
2016
ihaveworkrights.com
Employee or Independent Contractor: To Be Litigated...
2016
ihaveworkrights.com
City of Los Angeles Double Paid Sick Days
2015
ihaveworkrights.com
Your Vacation Time Awaits
2012
Chapman L. Rev. 15.3
Case Digest: People v. Murphy
Languages
English
Spanish
Hebrew
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it legal for an employer to remove hours from the time clock?
20 Feb 2015
Q&A
WHAT IS A "MEMORANDUM OF POINTS & AUTHORITIES"?
29 Jul 2014
Q&A
In California, is it considered trespassing if you intend to leave the premises?
01 Aug 2014