David Duane Jacobson, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Wage & Hour · 4.9/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Partner
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David Duane Jacobson is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Wage & Hour. David has over 39 years of legal experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Wage & Hour
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Wage & Hour matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About David Duane Jacobson: David Duane Jacobson is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Wage & Hour. David has over 39 years of legal experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Los Angeles
David concentrates on employment, litigation, and wage & hour. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Wage & Hour
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Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
David takes employment matters in Los Angeles, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
David takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Wage & Hour cases in Los Angeles, California
David takes wage & hour matters in Los Angeles, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
David Duane Jacobson, employment attorney serving Los Angeles
David Duane Jacobson is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Wage & Hour. David has over 39 years of legal experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 11 client reviews. David works from Los Angeles, California and takes on employment matters across the region.
David Duane Jacobson is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, wage & hour litigation, employment litigation. David received a B.A. degree from Winona State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years. David practices in Los Angeles, CA.
David's approach to employment cases
David Duane Jacobson is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, wage & hour litigation, employment litigation. David received a B.A. degree from Winona State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years. David practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and wage & hour matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
University of Arkansas School of Law
J.D. · 1987
Winona State University
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
California
1989 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma
1987 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of Arkansas School of Law and B.A. in Winona State University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of Arkansas School of Law and B.A. in Winona State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
David's legal honors and published work
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
David Duane Jacobson's office in Los Angeles
David's primary office is at One Century Plaza, Suite 3300, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-3019. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of David Duane Jacobson — 4.9/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Los Angeles.
4.9
11 client reviews
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How to hire David Duane Jacobson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Los Angeles, 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 David
David 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David'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 David Duane Jacobson
How much does it cost to hire David for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check David'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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new employment clients right now?
David'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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
David handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- 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
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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