Nathan W. Austin, Employment Attorney in Sacramento, California
focused on Employment and Litigation
Sacramento, CA
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Nathan W. Austin is an attorney based in Sacramento, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
- Based in
- Sacramento, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Sacramento, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
About Nathan W. Austin: Nathan W. Austin is an attorney based in Sacramento, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nathan takes on
Nathan concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Sacramento, California
Nathan takes employment matters in Sacramento, 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 Nathan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Sacramento, California
Nathan takes litigation matters in Sacramento, 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 Nathan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nathan W. Austin — employment lawyer in Sacramento
Nathan W. Austin is an attorney based in Sacramento, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Nathan W. Austin is a principal in the Sacramento, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He joined the firm in 2006.
Nathan's practice consists of defending employment matters in state and federal courts, arbitrations and administrative proceedings. He also defends management in litigation involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, breach of contract, wage and hour, benefits and other employment-related actions. In addition, Nathan provides training for managers and employees on various workplace issues.
Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Nathan was an associate with a mid-sized Sacramento-based law firm successfully representing clients in employment law, ADA law, property disputes, and general tort litigation. He was also a trial attorney with mid-sized California real estate law firm, representing management and property owners in landlord/tenant law handling all facets of unlawful detainer litigation.
How Nathan handles employment matters
Nathan W. Austin is a principal in the Sacramento, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He joined the firm in 2006. Nathan's practice consists of defending employment matters in state and federal courts, arbitrations and administrative proceedings. He also defends management in litigation involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, breach of contract, wage and hour, benefits…
Who Nathan represents
Nathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Sacramento and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT
J.D. · 2002
Nathan studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT.
Law school and academic background
Nathan completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nathan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Nathan has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law (2026).
Locations
Nathan W. Austin's office in Sacramento
Nathan's primary office is at 400 Capitol Mall, Suite 1600, Sacramento, California, 95814. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nathan W. Austin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nathan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nathan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nathan'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; Nathan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Sacramento, 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 Nathan
Nathan 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. Nathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nathan'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 Nathan W. Austin
How much does it cost to hire Nathan for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nathan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nathan offer a free consultation?
Nathan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nathan's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Nathan'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. Nathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nathan take my case if I'm outside Sacramento?
Nathan 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 — Nathan 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 Nathan?
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. Nathan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nathan accepting new employment clients right now?
Nathan'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 Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Nathan handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 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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