Los Angeles Employment Lawyers
We represent clients at every level of the California State and U.S. Federal court systems. We practice in the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, and San Diego. Since April 1998, the year Scott Mann and Imad Elias founded the partnership, we have successfully settled many hundreds of claims, and completed nearly 100 jury and bench trials. Since the founding of the office, we have recovered over $18 Million in settlements and verdicts for our clients. For a list of some our most recent results, please visit our case results page.
Our success is based on our considerable trial experience (over 50 years combined), excellent advocacy skills, intense preparation and research, experienced and specialized staff, and a solemn commitment to provide our clients the highest quality of legal representation. Such success is simply not possible without maintaining a harmonious, professional and cooperative relationship with our clients.
At Mann & Elias, the employment law attorney and the client are a team. We treat our clients with respect and understanding for their needs, goals and objectives. We do so by listening attentively and responding promptly and honestly with our clients. In the end, a client of Mann & Elias is always in charge of his or her own case.
Why Choose Us?
Practice Areas
Sexual Harassment
Pregnancy Discrimination
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower
Family Medical Leave
Restaurant Workers
Wage & Hour Disputes
Age Discrimination
What Past Clients Have to Say About Us
Imad with the utmost professional manner worked hard and far beyond what I expected. I wasn’t sure what to expect but Imad always kept me well informed every step of the way. He is an excellent attorney and an honest respectful individual. I am honored to have had him and his team on my side and ended up with a friend for life. Thank You Imad. – Rowena C
Jade C.
Happy Client
Mann & Elias Law firm were referred to me by a family member. From the beginning they were always on time, professional and kept me updated on anything that I had questions on or concerns. They never gave up on my case and they were going to do whatever necessary to protect my rights. My case was recently closed and I am very happy and thankful to have had them on my side. I will definitely be referring anyone in need of a lawyer to Mann & Elias.
Jeanine M.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discrimination is differential treatment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), age, disability, sexual orientation, or genetic information. Harassment is unwelcome and unlawful conduct based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information that a reasonable person would consider intimidating, hostile, or abusive
A hostile work environment in a workplace involves unwelcome comments or conduct based on gender, race, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, age, or other legally protected characteristics that interfere with an employee’s work performance or creates an intimidating or offensive work environment.
If you believe your employer is conducting illegal activity, make sure you get the facts straight first and then report to your supervisor. Then seek help from an employment lawyer to explain the situation and ask for legal advice.
Legally, your employer cannot fire you for reporting unlawful conduct in the workplace. If you are being retaliated against or threatened, contact an employment lawyer immediately for legal advice and protection.
If your employer has taken negative action against you for reporting discrimination or harassment, then you may be experiencing workplace retaliation. If you’ve experienced worse working conditions or treatment since you’ve made a complaint, contact our team to speak to an employment lawyer.