Employee Law Group - Torrance, CA
Employee Law Group is a premier employment and labor law practice based in Torrance, California, led by veteran advocate David Mallen since 1992. The firm champions workers facing workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, whistleblower retaliation, and wage and hour violations, offering cutting-edge legal advocacy and contingency fee representation.
Relentless Workplace Justice Advocates Serving California Employees
When workers experience exploitation, discrimination, or sudden job loss, securing an experienced legal advocate is essential to regaining control and pursuing justice. Employee Law Group, headquartered on Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance, California, is devoted exclusively to safeguarding the rights and dignity of employees throughout Los Angeles County and statewide. Established in 1992 by managing attorney David Mallen, the firm combines more than three decades of high-impact trial experience with cutting-edge technology to achieve remarkable outcomes. Whether you need an employment lawyer after an unfair firing or want to consult an attorney regarding unpaid wages, Employee Law Group stands ready to fight tirelessly for your workplace rights.
Full-Spectrum Legal Representation for Workplace Violations
California employment laws provide vital safeguards, yet employers frequently skirt their obligations. Workers who encounter mistreatment deserve immediate, dedicated advocacy to hold accountable negligent companies. Employee Law Group handles the complete range of workplace disputes, including:
- Wrongful termination: Defending employees who have been unlawfully fired due to discrimination, asserting safety rights, taking protected medical leave, or reporting corporate wrongdoing.
- Workplace discrimination: Taking decisive legal action against employers who mistreat employees based on race, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, medical conditions, or pregnancy.
- Harassment and hostile work environment: Holding management accountable for toxic workplace behavior, intimidation, quid pro quo harassment, and sexual harassment.
- Wage and hour claims: Recovering owed wages for missed meal and rest breaks, unpaid overtime, improper off-the-clock labor, illegal wage deductions, and independent contractor misclassification.
- Whistleblower retaliation: Protecting brave employees who report unlawful employer practices, safety non-compliance, or financial wrongdoing from adverse retaliatory actions.
- Employment contracts and severance packages: Reviewing and negotiating complex executive severance packages, employment agreements, non-compete clauses, and arbitration agreements.
Innovative Legal Strategies and Direct Attorney Access
What distinguishes Employee Law Group is its modern, client-focused approach to litigation. The firm integrates advanced AI tools and rapid communication platforms to streamline case analysis, organize documentation, and expedite case resolution without ever compromising individualized care. Clients who hire an attorney at the firm receive direct access to experienced lawyers who take the time to listen, provide clear updates, and craft personalized strategies tailored to their specific career circumstances.
Decades of Courtroom Success and Super Lawyers Recognition
Over a distinguished career spanning more than 34 years, David Mallen has recovered tens of millions of dollars for thousands of California employees across individual lawsuits and collective class actions. First honored in 2004 as one of the youngest attorneys selected to Southern California Super Lawyers, Mallen has maintained continuous Super Lawyers selection through 2027 and holds an AV Preeminent rating. Operating on a strict contingency fee model where clients pay nothing unless their case is won, Employee Law Group delivers formidable advocacy, unmatched empathy, and exceptional client satisfaction.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
The office is located in the vibrant heart of the South Bay business district in Torrance, situated close to the major retail hub of Del Amo Fashion Center.
Building Location
This prominent eight-story, Class A commercial office building is known as The Torrance (formerly Pacific Center), featuring an elegant courtyard entry and located adjacent to the bustling Del Amo Fashion Center.
Parking Details
Complimentary parking is provided in the adjacent covered parking structure, which also features EV charging stations for visitor convenience.
Public Transit
Served by Torrance Transit Route Line 8 (PCH / LAX Transit Center); nearest stop is at Hawthorne Bl at Torrance Bl.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's main courtyard and head into the primary lobby. Take the elevators up to the 5th floor, where you will find the offices of Barrister Executive Suites, which houses the law firm in Suite 500.