Sessions & Kimball is a law firm that offers expertise in the area of employee rights. It represents clients in issues related with sexual harassment, retaliation, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, wage claims and contract negotiations. The firm also handles matters concerning settlement, class action, mediation and arbitration, government agency involvement, and litigation and appeal. Sessions & Kimball s publications include Wrongful Termination Law, Employee Rights in California, Sexual Harassment in the Workplace and Win at Work Monthly. The firm s attorneys are members of the California Bar Association, Orange County Bar Association and National Employment Lawyers Association. Sessions & Kimball is located in Mission Viejo, Calif.
Larry’s experience extends beyond employment law. Prior to working with Sessions & Kimball, Larry worked in criminal prosecution as well as criminal appeals. Larry also practiced family law where he worked in asset division, as well as child custody and support. This breadth of experience allows Larry to approach a case from a unique perspective.
In addition, 8% experienced requests for sex (including in exchange for work benefits), and 2% experienced sexual assault or rape on the job.
Assault
If you are a victim of domestic violence, sexual harassment in Newport Beach, or stalking, you are permitted to take time off from work to obtain domestic violence protection, such as a temporary restraining order. Your employer cannot discriminate against you for taking this time off, and they cannot retaliate against you. As a victim of domestic assault, you also have the ability to take time off from work to ensure the health, safety, or welfare of yourself or your child.
Bruce’s experience includes externing at a prominent law firm in South Korea and working at an international law firm and smaller firms. At these firms, Bruce assisted companies with corporate needs ranging from securities filings to mergers and acquisitions to employment contracts to independent contractor agreements and equity incentive plans.
Ms. De Groot has published many articles in the media, including on topics related to wages, overtime, sick leave, and wrongful termination.
Employment Discrimination
No employee should ever have to put up with discrimination in the workplace. Unfortunately, workplace discrimination is a persistent problem in California. At Sessions & Kimball, we are standing by to help if you need an Orange County workplace discrimination attorney by your side. Our team has extensive knowledge of employment discrimination laws, and we know what it takes to stand up for your rights and recover any compensation you may be entitled to. We will not hesitate to go up against your employer or aggressive legal teams to ensure you are properly cared for.
Employment Contract
Once your case is filed, your lawyer will discuss what evidence you need to obtain and other pieces of discovery that they will request from the defendant. This might include emails, texts, employment contracts, other internal work documents, and more.
Employment Litigation
Best Lawyers honored Steve as the 2020 “Lawyer of the Year” for Orange County employee rights attorneys. Super Lawyers Magazine has recognized Steve multiple times as a “Super Lawyer” in Employment Litigation. For several years, The American Society of Legal Advocates named Steve as one of California’s “Top 100” attorneys. He has a perfect 10/10 rating from the online legal referral service Avvo. Steve has also published numerous articles in The Los Angeles Times and The Orange County Register regarding employee rights.
Severance Agreement
Sessions & Kimball has been your go-to employment law firm for decades. We truly care about every client we represent. We want to make sure you are heard and understood. If you have an employment law issue and you need help, such as reviewing a severance agreement, don’t hesitate to contact us. We will do everything in our power to ensure you get the justice you deserve. More than 90 percent of our cases are successfully resolved without ever having to file a lawsuit. That doesn’t mean we are afraid to go to trial. We will do whatever it takes to make sure you get everything you’re entitled to.
Sexual Harassment
In short, yes. While it’s definitely more challenging to file a lawsuit for something when there are no witnesses, it’s also very common that workplace sexual harassment is done behind closed doors. If your employer or a co-worker is sexually harassing you, they’re often smart enough not to do so in public. If there’s any evidence, such as documents, texts, or emails, make sure you keep those handy to show your lawyer. Any evidence you can show that sexual harassment occurred will be helpful in proving your case.
Prior to joining Sessions & Kimball, Heidi represented Fortune 500 and other corporate clients in employment, complex business litigation, insurance coverage, general and products liability, construction, and legal and medical malpractice. She also served as a senior administrator at UC San Diego and Washington State University in the employment arena.
Disability Discrimination
No disabled employee should have to suffer any kind of harassment at work. If you are being harassed or intimidated in the workplace on the basis of disability discrimination, our Los Angeles, Santa Ana, and Orange County employment law attorneys can help. Contact the office of Sessions & Kimball LLP to arrange for a free consultation. We will be happy to advise you of your legal options and whether or not you have a valid claim with which to seek justice and compensation. Contact a disability discrimination lawyer at the office of Sessions & Kimball for legal advice by using our online contact form, making an appointment, or calling us at (949) 380-0900.