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Premier Employment Law Attorneys Where Justice Meets Excellence in Employment Law

Domb & Rauchwerger was formed with one goal in mind: to provide employees with the same legal firepower and employment law expertise that, up until now, only corporate elites could retain. We are dedicated to justice in the workplace and do not tolerate bullies or theft of your wages. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Employment Lawyers in Pasadena, California

Dedicated to Protecting Your Life’s Work Throughout the State of California

At Domb & Rauchwerger, our singular objective is to provide California workers with the same caliber of proficiency in employment law that powerful and well-funded corporate employers enjoy. We level the playing field when it comes to protecting your legal rights and fighting for your best interests in complex issues such as wrongful termination and other workplace injustices. 

We know how employers and their legal counsel operate when faced with claims of employment law violations. We spent years working for them in one of the nation’s largest employment defense firms. That experience gives us unique insight into fighting for the rights of mistreated California workers. 

Our commitment to workplace justice is unwavering. We also work on contingency, which means if there’s no recovery for you, there’s no fee for us. 

Schedule a free initial consultation with a Pasadena employment attorney by connecting with us on our online contact form or calling (213) 772-5882. 

Fired Unjustly? Reach Out to Us – Your Rights Matter.

Domb & Rauchwerger is here to advocate for you. Call for a confidential consultation, discuss your termination, and start the journey to the justice you deserve.

We Fight for Justice. We Care & We Get Results.

Domb & Rauchwerger has secured numerous confidential settlements, arbitration awards, and jury verdicts for clients in various employment law cases. Our track record of successful outcomes demonstrates our proficiency and commitment to fighting for your rights. 

We’ll never settle for a lowball offer from the other side. If you face an employment law issue, we have the knowledge, tools, and experience to pursue justice.

Why Should You Hire Us?

When you hire Domb & Rauchwerger, you are getting two former partners from one of the largest employment defense firms in the country. Fortune 500 companies once had us on speed dial. Now we are on your side. This gives us a uniquely deep understanding of how corporations and insurance companies operate against you. Let us put this first-hand knowledge to work for you.

We offer free case evaluations by phone, videoconference, or in person, in which you can discuss your situation and options directly with one of our experienced attorneys. Call today for prompt service to determine if you’re eligible to seek legal remedies. 

What Sets Our Lawyers Apart?

  • Former Defense Attorneys
    Gain a unique advantage with our firsthand knowledge of how corporations and insurance companies operate.
  • Collaborative Approach
    Our founders collaborate on every case. This dynamic approach enhances our ability to secure favorable outcomes for you.
  • Respected in the Legal Community
    Our esteemed reputation and well-established connections within the legal community set us apart.
  • Free Consultations
    Talk through all of your legal options during a free consultation.
  • Millions Recovered on Behalf of Our Clients
    Our track record of successful outcomes demonstrates our proficiency and commitment to fighting for your rights.
  • Hablamos Español
    Employment law help provided by a Spanish-speaking team.

Real Stories From Real People

Reviews & Testimonials
    "Zack and Devin are wonderful attorneys who I would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone."
    They were extremely responsive, compassionate, and knowledgeable. It's obvious that they genuinely care about their clients and want to help them.
    - M.K.
    "Zack and Devin are both fantastic lawyers."
    They provided comfort and support during an exceptionally difficult time in my life and I would recommend them to anyone.
    - E.C.
    "Zack & Devin are the best!"
    Very knowledgeable, professional & straightforward.
    - J.C.
    "I couldn't ask for a better experience."
    If you have any issues with your employer, I urge you to contact them immediately. They will go the distance to defend your rights...and they are good people.
    - Chris M.
    "Thank you Zack and Devin."

    Thank you Zack and Devin from the bottom of my heart. You’ve honestly changed the course of my life and not sure what to even say about it. The money you were able to get me will be a huge help to me and my family moving forward and has already done a lot of good. I can't thank you enough.

    - Timothy S.
    "I highly recommend Domb & Rauchwerger."
    They support their clients all through litigation; from initial filings, interrogatories, summary judgment motions, subpoenas, and depositions, to trial and final judgment.
    - Michael Fitzgibbons, M.D.

Our Settlements & Verdicts

Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.

  • $9.9 Million Arbitration Award

    Physician sued his supervisor and his employer for wrongful termination, patient advocacy, discrimination, and retaliation.

  • $5.7 Million Jury Verdict

    Our team represented an infectious disease specialist in his claim of intentional infliction of emotional distress against the corporation that purchased the hospital where he worked.

  • $3.0 Million Settlement

    Settlement on behalf of our client after bringing a class action lawsuit against Healthcare Services Group, Inc. for violating California’s wage and hour laws.

  • $1.195 Million Settlement

    Class action and PAGA lawsuit against Northwest Exteriors, Inc. for violating California’s wage and hour laws.

  • $800,000 Settlement

    The attorneys at Domb & Rauchwerger obtained an $800,000 settlement on behalf of a nurse who was wrongfully terminated from a large, national healthcare organization in retaliation for making complaints about patient safety.

  • $750,000 Settlement

    Class action and PAGA lawsuit against Farmdale Creamery Inc. for engaging in a pattern and practice of wage abuse, failing to pay proper wages, and other wage and hour violations.

Skilled Legal Advice in California

If you choose Domb & Rauchwerger, we won’t hand off your employment legal case to a junior associate. Instead, you’ll get two skilled partners with distinct yet complementary points of view, strategizing together to create a tailored strategy for your case. 

Unlike other firms, we work together on every case we handle. This dual approach allows us to aggressively fight for your rights while providing emotional support.

We are here to listen and guide you throughout the process. During our years of experience working on the side of powerful companies, we learned their vulnerabilities and pressure points. We are not afraid to use this knowledge to your advantage during settlement negotiations or, if necessary, in court. 

Domb & Rauchwerger has the experience and resources to maximize the value of your case and hold your employer accountable. Our attorneys have earned recognition in the Super Lawyers’ Rising Star category, reflecting the high quality of their professionalism in their field. 

Contact Us for a Consultation

Our competent legal team is ready to help if you face job-related difficulties. We understand the complexities and sensitivities of employment law issues and will provide you with compassionate yet aggressive representation. 

Contact us and take the first step towards justice and vindication for your rights. Call (213) 772-5882 today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of cases does Domb & Rauchwerger handle?
    We handle all types of employment-related matters on behalf of employees only, including cases related to wrongful terminations, sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, as well as wage and hour violations, including failure to pay wages, meal and rest break violations, and employee misclassification.
  • How do you charge for your services?
    We work on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid if we obtain an award on your behalf, either through a settlement or judgment from a court or arbitrator. We do not charge any upfront fees.
  • What damages can I recover in an employment law case?
    Depending on the specifics of your case, you may be able to recover damages for lost wages (the wages you would have continued to earn had you not been terminated), emotional distress damages, punitive damages to punish the employer, and more.
  • What should I do if I think I've been wrongfully terminated?
    We recommend contacting Domb & Rauchwerger as soon as possible. We can advise you on your rights and options for seeking justice in your employment matter.

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