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Debbie Kaye, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Insurance

AssociateatKegel, Tobin & Truce, APC

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
1
Bar admission

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Debbie Kaye is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Debbie has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kegel, Tobin & Truce, APC.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 41 years
Known for
Employment · General · Insurance
  • Handles Employment, General, and Insurance matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Debbie Kaye: Debbie Kaye is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Debbie has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kegel, Tobin & Truce, APC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Debbie takes on

Debbie concentrates on employment, general, insurance, probate, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Debbie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Los Angeles, California

Debbie 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 Debbie agrees to represent you.

General cases in Los Angeles, California

Debbie takes general 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 Debbie agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California

Debbie takes insurance 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 Debbie agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Los Angeles, California

Debbie takes probate 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 Debbie agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Los Angeles, California

Debbie takes workers comp 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 Debbie agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Debbie Kaye — employment lawyer in Los Angeles

Debbie Kaye is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Debbie has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kegel, Tobin & Truce, APC.

Debbie Kaye is a lawyer practicing insurance, probate, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law. Debbie received a B.A. degree from Vassar College in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years. Debbie practices at Kegel, Tobin & Truce, APC in Los Angeles, CA.

How Debbie handles employment matters

Debbie Kaye is a lawyer practicing insurance, probate, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law. Debbie received a B.A. degree from Vassar College in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years. Debbie practices at Kegel, Tobin & Truce, APC in Los Angeles, CA.

The kind of cases Debbie takes

Debbie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and insurance matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Pepperdine University School of Law

    J.D. · 1984

  • Vassar College

    B.A. Anthropology · 1979

Jurisdictions

Debbie's state bar admissions

  • California

    1985 · ACTIVE

Debbie studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.A. Anthropology in Vassar College.

Law school and academic background

Debbie completed J.D. in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.A. Anthropology in Vassar College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Debbie runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Debbie's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of California

    membership

Locations

Debbie Kaye's office in Los Angeles

Debbie's primary office is at 800 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1100, Los Angeles, CA, 90017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Kegel, Tobin & Truce, APC

800 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1100

Los Angeles, CA 90017

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Hiring guide

How to hire Debbie Kaye — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Debbie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Debbie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Debbie'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; Debbie 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 Debbie

Debbie 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. Debbie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Debbie'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 Debbie Kaye

  • How much does it cost to hire Debbie for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Debbie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Debbie offer a free consultation?

    Debbie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Debbie's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Debbie'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. Debbie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Debbie take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Debbie 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 — Debbie 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 Debbie?

    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. Debbie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Debbie accepting new employment clients right now?

    Debbie'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

Debbie handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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