Hannah Sweiss, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
focused on Employment and Litigation
Los Angeles, CA
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Hannah Sweiss is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Hannah Sweiss: Hannah Sweiss is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Hannah takes on
Hannah concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Hannah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Hannah 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 Hannah agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Hannah 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 Hannah agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Hannah Sweiss — employment lawyer in Los Angeles
Hannah Sweiss is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Hannah Sweiss represents a broad range of clients, from small businesses to national companies, in a variety of industries including trucking, hospitality, travel, manufacturing, and healthcare. Hannah’s practice is focused on representing and defending employers in class action wage-hour lawsuits as well as representative lawsuits brought under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
Hannah has also handled a full range of labor and employment matters, from single plaintiff to multi-plaintiff actions. Hannah has unique experience with audits before the Employment Development Department (EDD), Department of Labor and California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE). She also has experience representing employers in hearings at the DLSE.
Additionally, Hannah counsels employers on preventative measures to avoid litigation from arising on various issues including wage and hour compliance, independent contractor classification, mass layoff strategy, and management training.
Hannah has presented on a variety of Labor and Employment topics and provides manager training. She has also authored and published articles on Labor and Employment topics.
Hannah's approach to employment cases
Hannah Sweiss represents a broad range of clients, from small businesses to national companies, in a variety of industries including trucking, hospitality, travel, manufacturing, and healthcare. Hannah’s practice is focused on representing and defending employers in class action wage-hour lawsuits as well as representative lawsuits brought under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).…
Clients Hannah works with
Hannah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 2013
Hannah studied at J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Hannah completed J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Hannah runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Hannah has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Hannah Sweiss's office in Los Angeles
Hannah'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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Client reviews of Hannah Sweiss
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How to hire Hannah Sweiss — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Hannah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Hannah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hannah'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; Hannah 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 Hannah
Hannah 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. Hannah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Hannah'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 Hannah Sweiss
How much does it cost to hire Hannah for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Hannah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Hannah offer a free consultation?
Hannah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hannah's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Hannah'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. Hannah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Hannah take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Hannah 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 — Hannah 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 Hannah?
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. Hannah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Hannah accepting new employment clients right now?
Hannah'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
Hannah 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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