
Brian Keith Stewart, Employment Attorney in Pasadena, California
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and IP · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratCollins + Collins LLP
Pasadena, CA
Practicing employment in Pasadena since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Brian Keith Stewart is a managing partner based in Pasadena, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and IP. Brian has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins + Collins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Pasadena, CA
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · IP
- Handles Employment, General, and IP matters from Pasadena, CA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Brian Keith Stewart: Brian Keith Stewart is a managing partner based in Pasadena, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and IP. Brian has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins + Collins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on employment, general, ip, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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IP
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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Employment cases in Pasadena, California
Brian takes employment matters in Pasadena, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
General cases in Pasadena, California
Brian takes general matters in Pasadena, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Pasadena, California
Brian takes ip matters in Pasadena, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Pasadena, California
Brian takes litigation matters in Pasadena, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Pasadena, California
Brian takes product liability matters in Pasadena, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian Keith Stewart — employment lawyer in Pasadena
Brian Keith Stewart is a managing partner based in Pasadena, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and IP. Brian has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins + Collins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Delta Theta Phi; Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society. President, Securities and Exchange Law Association.
Brian's approach to employment cases
Delta Theta Phi; Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society. President, Securities and Exchange Law Association.
The kind of cases Brian takes
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and ip matters in Pasadena and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
John Marshall Law School
J.D. · 1986
Western Illinois University
B.A. Political · 1983
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Eastern District of
2014 · ACTIVE
United States Suprem
2003 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1987 · ACTIVE
California
1986 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1986 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.A. Political in Western Illinois University.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.A. Political in Western Illinois University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
Frequent speaker to the Pasadena/Foothill Chapter of the AIA, the Los Angeles Chapter of the AIA, and CELSOC
membership
Locations
Brian Keith Stewart's office in Pasadena
Brian's primary office is at 790 E Colorado Blvd, 6th Floor, Pasadena, CA, 91101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brian Keith Stewart — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Pasadena.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Brian Keith Stewart — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Pasadena, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian Keith Stewart
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in California typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Pasadena?
Brian is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new employment clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Pasadena, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Brian handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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