Steven is senior litigation counsel whose practice focuses on counseling and defending employers of all sizes in a variety of employment law matters including claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) actions, class actions, and wage and hour litigation in both single-plaintiff and class action cases. He has extensive knowledge in all phases of litigation, from inception of a claim through settlement or trial. In both state and federal courts of California, Steven has a successful track record of litigating and resolving high-exposure cases. In addition to his litigation practice, Steven regularly advises clients on how to navigate the often complex laws pertaining to employers, helping them make important decisions that affect their business and their personnel.
In addition to employment matters, Steven handles Insurance Coverage claims particularly in the area of Employment Practices, Directors & Officers, Errors and Omissions, General Liability, and Cyber Liability. He has represented international and domestic insurers in all aspects of claims handling and coverage issues.