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Employment Litigation Defense

Comprehensive Litigation Defense Across California

When employment disputes escalate to litigation, you need aggressive, strategic defense from attorneys who know California courts inside and out. We represent employers facing wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, PAGA claims, and class actions.

Our skilled trial attorneys are ready to defend your business in state and federal courts throughout California. We develop strategic defense plans tailored to minimize business disruption, reduce financial exposure, and protect your company's reputation while pursuing the best possible outcome.

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Prevention and Strategy

Strategic Consulting to Prevent Legal Risks Before They Arise

The best defense is a strong offense. Our proactive legal consulting helps California employers identify vulnerabilities, strengthen policies, and create compliant workplace practices that reduce litigation risk before problems arise.

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Policy Development

Comprehensive employee handbooks, workplace policies, and procedures tailored to California law and your business needs.

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Compliance Audits

Customized audits and risk assessments identifying compliance gaps, exposure areas, and practical remediation strategies.

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Ongoing Counsel

Strategic guidance navigating complex California labor laws, regulatory changes, and day-to-day employee relations challenges.

Our clients and organizations we work with are the leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs running successful businesses in California (and beyond). They are the “doers” of the business scene:

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Education & Training

Education & Training: Empowering Your Team for Compliance

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Wage & Hour Compliance

  • Overtime, meal breaks, and rest periods

  • Classification issues and exemptions

  • Preventing PAGA and class action exposure

Knowledge is power when it comes to preventing workplace litigation. Our interactive workshops equip business owners, HR professionals, and managers with practical tools and best practices to reduce legal risk and foster positive workplace culture.

We provide engaging, up-to-date training on harassment prevention, wage and hour compliance, performance management, employee rights, and California's latest legal developments. Our programs are customized to your industry and workforce challenges.

Management Best Practices

  • Performance management and documentation

  • Discipline and termination procedures

  • Accommodation and leave administration

Harassment Prevention

  • AB 1825 & SB 1343 compliant training

  • Creating respectful workplace cultures

  • Effective complaint investigation procedures

Our attorneys, have a
combined experience of over 70 years,
and have worked with California employers of all sizes.

Partners for the Long Term

We build lasting partnerships—many of our clients have been working with our attorneys for over 15 years.

The Boutique Firm Difference

Employment issues don’t keep office hours—and neither do we. Our attorneys are available 24/7 to respond when critical workplace matters arise.

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Insight Built on Understanding

We take the time to truly understand your business—its operations, culture, and goals—so our legal guidance aligns with how you actually run your company.

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Monthly Employment Law Webinars

Every month, Zaller Law attorneys conduct a webinar discussing a current employment legal update for California employers.

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Stay informed with weekly articles on California employment law updates and best business practices. Explore in-depth analyses of litigation trends, key court decisions, and emerging topics affecting employers.

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Newsletter - Employment Updates

The Zaller Law Group newsletter is a monthly summary of key employment law updates, news, and other critical information for California employers. 

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Employers Summit - Quarterly In-Person Educational and Networking Meetings for California’s Forward-Thinking Employers

Hosted by Zaller Law Group, each Summit is thoughtfully curated to address the most pressing legal, regulatory, and operational challenges facing California businesses today. Featuring panels consisting of California’s brightest employers, legal updates, and collaborative discussions, attendees gain practical insights and are able to network with other successful business owners, CEOs, human resources professionals, executives, and in-house counsel.

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The Legal Lineup - YouTube Channel

Your Go-To Source for California Employment Law & Business Insights - The Legal Lineup! Hosted by Anthony Zaller, this channel dives into the latest legal trends, business strategies, and leadership insights for California employers.

While it focuses on employment legal issues, the Lineup discusses current business topics relevant for business owners, entrepreneurs, HR executives, and in-house counsel. Expect expert interviews, deep dives into legal updates, and practical strategies to help you stay compliant and ahead of the curve.

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Text Brief - Employment Law Updates To Your Phone

We understand that it is hard to keep informed and up-to-date on California employment law developments, which is why we created Text Brief ™. A free text subscription service that lets you receive timely updates on major California employment law developments. Setup is quick and easy.

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