Mia Farber, Employment Attorney in Manhattan Beach, California
focused on Employment and Litigation
Manhattan Beach, CA
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Mia Farber is an attorney based in Manhattan Beach, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Mia Farber.
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- Manhattan Beach, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Manhattan Beach, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Mia Farber: Mia Farber is an attorney based in Manhattan Beach, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Mia Farber.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mia Farber
Mia concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Manhattan Beach, California
Mia takes employment matters in Manhattan Beach, 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 Mia agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Manhattan Beach, California
Mia takes litigation matters in Manhattan Beach, 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 Mia agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mia Farber — Attorney of California employment experience
Mia Farber is an attorney based in Manhattan Beach, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Mia Farber.
Mia Farber is a principal in the Los Angeles, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. and a former member of the firm's Board of Directors. She is co-leader of the Class Actions and Complex Litigation practice group and has extensive experience in all facets of employment litigation.
Mia has represented employers in all types of employment litigation, including sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination. She also has vast experience in the area of wage and hour class actions. Mia has defended a significant number of wage and hour class actions over the last several years. Additionally, she provides advice and counsel, conducts training seminars on a myriad of topics all related to employment issues and frequently speaks on employment law issues.
Mia has tried numerous cases. She also has extensive experience arbitrating employment disputes pursuant to employment arbitration agreements and collective bargaining agreements as well as defending employers in judicial arbitrations. She also regularly handles both judicial and private employment dispute mediations on behalf of employers.
How Mia handles employment matters
Mia Farber is a principal in the Los Angeles, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. and a former member of the firm's Board of Directors. She is co-leader of the Class Actions and Complex Litigation practice group and has extensive experience in all facets of employment litigation. Mia has represented employers in all types of employment litigation, including sexual harassment, discrimination,…
The kind of cases Mia takes
Mia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Manhattan Beach and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Mia Farber's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola Marymount University
J.D. · 1987
Pitzer College
BA · 1984
Jurisdictions
Mia's state bar admissions
California, The Stat
ACTIVE
Mia studied at J.D. in Loyola Marymount University and BA in Pitzer College.
Law school and academic background
Mia completed J.D. in Loyola Marymount University and BA in Pitzer College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mia runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mia Farber
Mia has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Southern California Super Lawyer 2012 - 2013
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Mia Farber in Manhattan Beach, California
Mia's primary office is at Manhattan Beach, California, 90266-1002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Mia Farber
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Mia Farber — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mia'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; Mia will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Manhattan Beach, 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 Mia
Mia 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. Mia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mia'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 Mia Farber
How much does it cost to hire Mia for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mia offer a free consultation?
Mia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mia's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Mia'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. Mia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mia take my case if I'm outside Manhattan Beach?
Mia 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 — Mia 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 Mia?
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. Mia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mia accepting new employment clients right now?
Mia'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 Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Mia handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Manhattan Beach659 attorneys
- 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
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