Matern Law Group, PC - Newport Beach, CA

Championing Employee Rights in Newport Beach and Orange County

Established in 2010 by trial attorney Matthew J. Matern, Matern Law Group, PC provides aggressive, dedicated legal representation to workers facing illegal workplace treatment. Situated at 5000 Birch Street in Newport Beach, the firm represents employees against negligent corporations and powerful employers across Southern California. Backed by dozens of seasoned attorneys and hundreds of millions recovered for workers, the practice handles both individual lawsuits and high-impact class actions. California maintains some of the strongest worker protection statutes in the nation, yet thousands of employees experience unlawful retaliation, wage violations, and hostile work environments every year. When you need to find a lawyer who will confront corporate misconduct without backing down, Matern Law Group delivers steadfast trial advocacy and strategic counsel.

Wrongful Termination and Unlawful Retaliation

Losing a career due to employer misconduct causes severe emotional and financial distress. While California operates as an at-will employment state, employers cannot terminate workers for unlawful reasons. Matern Law Group represents plaintiffs in wrongful termination disputes arising from whistleblower retaliation, reporting safety breaches, filing workers compensation claims, or requesting protected family and medical leave. The legal team investigates personnel files, internal correspondence, and management decisions to demonstrate that firings breached public policy or state statutes. When workers prepare to hire an experienced employment lawyer to vindicate their reputation and recover lost compensation, the firm provides aggressive legal support.

Wage and Hour Violations and Unpaid Overtime

Every employee deserves to receive full compensation for every minute worked. The firm prosecutes pervasive wage and hour claims under California labor codes and the Private Attorneys General Act. The attorneys handle complex claims involving unpaid overtime, off-the-clock work, illegal tip pooling, and missed meal and rest breaks. Additionally, the practice represents workers who have been misclassified as exempt salaried personnel or independent contractors to evade payroll taxes and benefits. The firm aggressively recovers back wages, interest, and statutory penalties on behalf of individual workers and class action groups.

Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Defense

No worker should endure bias, hostility, or humiliation on the job. Matern Law Group holds employers accountable for workplace discrimination based on race, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or national origin under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The attorneys also represent victims of sexual harassment and hostile work environments, having litigated landmark appellate cases that defined California workplace jurisprudence. The firm ensures that abusive conduct is exposed and victims obtain the full emotional distress and punitive damages allowed under the law.

Why Orange County Workers Choose Matern Law Group

• Contingency Fee Commitment: Clients pay nothing upfront and owe zero attorney fees unless the firm recovers compensation on their behalf.
• Proven Track Record: Hundreds of millions of dollars recovered in individual employee claims and multi-million dollar class actions.
• Statewide Trial Presence: Recognized by Super Lawyers and the Daily Journal for excellence in plaintiffs employment advocacy.
• Free Confidential Consultations: Direct initial case assessments to help workers understand their legal remedies without financial risk.

If you suspect your workplace rights have been violated, do not face your employer alone. Contact Matern Law Group in Newport Beach to consult an attorney and explore your legal options today.