John Hubert Shaffery, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Internet · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratPoole & Shaffery, LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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John Hubert Shaffery is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Internet. John has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poole & Shaffery, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Internet
- Handles Employment, General, and Internet matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About John Hubert Shaffery: John Hubert Shaffery is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Internet. John has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poole & Shaffery, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters John takes on
John concentrates on employment, general, internet, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Los Angeles, California
John takes internet 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 John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
John takes personal injury 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet John Hubert Shaffery — employment lawyer in Los Angeles
John Hubert Shaffery is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Internet. John has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poole & Shaffery, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
John Hubert Shaffery is a lawyer practicing california toxic tort, products liability litigation, law practice mgmt and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Florida Institute of Technology, School of Aeronautics in 1982, and has been licensed for 34 years. John practices at Poole & Shaffery, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
How John handles employment matters
John Hubert Shaffery is a lawyer practicing california toxic tort, products liability litigation, law practice mgmt and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Florida Institute of Technology, School of Aeronautics in 1982, and has been licensed for 34 years. John practices at Poole & Shaffery, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases John takes
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and internet matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 1991
Florida Institute of Technology, School of Aeronautics
B.S. · 1982
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
California U.S. Dist
1992 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.S. in Florida Institute of Technology, School of Aeronautics.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.S. in Florida Institute of Technology, School of Aeronautics. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California Lawyer Pilots Bar Association Association of Southern California Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute Association of Business Trial Lawyers Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association
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Locations
John Hubert Shaffery's office in Los Angeles
John's primary office is at 400 South Hope St., Ste. 1100, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Poole & Shaffery, LLP
400 South Hope St., Ste. 1100
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Client reviews of John Hubert Shaffery — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire John Hubert Shaffery — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John 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 John
John 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John'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 John Hubert Shaffery
How much does it cost to hire John for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check John'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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new employment clients right now?
John'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
John 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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