Drew Tate, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA
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Drew Tate is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Drew Tate: Drew Tate is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Drew Tate
Drew concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Drew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Drew 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 Drew agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Drew Tate — Attorney of California employment experience
Drew Tate is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Drew Tate is an associate in the firm's Sacramento office, where he represents employers in all aspects of labor and employment law.
Prior to joining Fisher Phillips, Drew worked at a prominent Sacramento litigation firm, where he defended public entities in civil litigation and public and private employers in employment litigation.
While at law school, Drew served as a judicial extern to Judge Barbara M. Scheper on the Superior Court of California in Los Angeles and as a law clerk for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority in both Chicago and Los Angeles. Additionally, Drew served as the Senior Notes Editor for the Notre Dame Journal of Law, Ethics & Public Policy.
Working with Drew on a employment matter
Drew Tate is an associate in the firm's Sacramento office, where he represents employers in all aspects of labor and employment law. Prior to joining Fisher Phillips, Drew worked at a prominent Sacramento litigation firm, where he defended public entities in civil litigation and public and private employers in employment litigation. While at law school, Drew served as a judicial extern to Judge…
Who Drew represents
Drew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Drew Tate's legal education and bar admissions
University of Notre Dame
J.D. · 2016
Drew studied at J.D. in University of Notre Dame.
Law school and academic background
Drew completed J.D. in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Drew runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Drew Tate
Drew has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026).
Locations
Drew Tate's office in Los Angeles
Drew's primary office is at 444 South Flower Street, Suite 1500, Los Angeles, California, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Drew Tate — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Drew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Drew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Drew'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; Drew 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 Drew
Drew 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. Drew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Drew'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 Drew Tate
How much does it cost to hire Drew for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Drew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Drew offer a free consultation?
Drew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Drew's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Drew'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. Drew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Drew take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Drew 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 — Drew 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 Drew?
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. Drew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Drew accepting new employment clients right now?
Drew'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
Drew 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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