Brendan Sapien

Partner

Employment

(714) 641-3433

Education

Boston College (B.A., 2007), cum laude

University of Southern California Law School (J.D., 2010)

University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

Services

Overview

Brendan Sapien represents a diverse group of employers in all aspects of state and federal labor and employment litigation.  Mr. Sapien defends clients with a strategic, results-driven approach – anticipating legal risks and crafting tailored solutions that minimize exposure. Mr. Sapien handles complex class actions and representative actions, including those brought pursuant to the Private Attorneys General Act (“PAGA”), in addition to single plaintiff claims harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, whistleblower, and wage and hour claims. Mr. Sapien utilizes comprehensive litigation defense through investigation, discovery, mediation, arbitration, and trial.  Mr. Sapien has brought and defended against Motions for Summary Judgment, opposed Motions for Class Certification, and brought and defended complex discovery motions.

Assisting employers and business owners outside of litigation, he also provides clear, practical legal counsel on complex compliance issues, policy drafting, and employee training, helping organizations maintain lawful and effective workplaces.

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Honors & Awards
  • Super Lawyers Rising Star (2020)