
Leonard Brazil, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 44 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior CounselatOffit Kurman
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Leonard Brazil is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Leonard has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Offit Kurman. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Leonard Brazil: Leonard Brazil is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Leonard has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Offit Kurman. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Leonard's practice areas in Los Angeles
Leonard concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Leonard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Leonard 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 Leonard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Leonard Brazil, employment attorney serving Los Angeles
Leonard Brazil is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Leonard has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Offit Kurman. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Leonard works from Los Angeles, California and takes on employment matters across the region.
Leonard Brazil is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law. Leonard received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Leonard practices at Offit Kurman in Los Angeles, CA.
Leonard's approach to employment cases
Leonard Brazil is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law. Leonard received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Leonard practices at Offit Kurman in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Leonard works with
Leonard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Leonard studied and practices
Loyola University Law School
J.D. · 1982
University of Southern California
B.S. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Leonard's state bar admissions
California
1982 · ACTIVE
Leonard studied at J.D. in Loyola University Law School and B.S. in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Leonard completed J.D. in Loyola University Law School and B.S. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Leonard runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Leonard's legal honors and published work
Leonard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Leonard's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) The State Bar of California Association of Business Trial Lawyers
membership
Locations
Leonard Brazil's office in Los Angeles
Leonard's primary office is at 445 S. Figueroa Street, 18th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Leonard Brazil — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Leonard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Los Angeles.
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How to hire Leonard Brazil — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Leonard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Leonard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leonard'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; Leonard 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 Leonard
Leonard 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. Leonard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Leonard'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 Leonard Brazil
How much does it cost to hire Leonard for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Leonard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Leonard offer a free consultation?
Leonard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leonard's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Leonard'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. Leonard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Leonard take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Leonard 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 — Leonard 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 Leonard?
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. Leonard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Leonard accepting new employment clients right now?
Leonard'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
Leonard 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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