Stephen Lueke, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
focused on Employment and Litigation
Los Angeles, CA
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Stephen Lueke 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 — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
About Stephen Lueke: Stephen Lueke is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Stephen takes on
Stephen concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Stephen Lueke — employment lawyer in Los Angeles
Stephen Lueke is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Steve focuses his practice on labor and employment law and related litigation on behalf of management.
He represents employers in all facets of labor and employment, particularly in the areas of labor negotiations, arbitrations, wage and hour matters, and before the National Labor Relations Board. Steve also has extensive experience in advising employers on the labor/employment aspects of mergers and acquisitions, particularly in the hospitality industry. He held a number of positions with the NLRB's headquarters and field offices prior to entering private practice.
Steve currently serves on the American Bar Association's Committee on Practice and Procedure Before the NLRB. He was previously appointed to the California Industrial Welfare Commission's Wage Board for the State Public Housekeeping Industry (Wage Order 5).
Stephen's approach to employment cases
Steve focuses his practice on labor and employment law and related litigation on behalf of management. He represents employers in all facets of labor and employment, particularly in the areas of labor negotiations, arbitrations, wage and hour matters, and before the National Labor Relations Board. Steve also has extensive experience in advising employers on the labor/employment aspects of mergers…
Clients Stephen works with
Stephen 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
Loyola Marymount University
J.D. · 1984
Stephen studied at J.D. in Loyola Marymount University.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in Loyola Marymount University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Stephen has received 4 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
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).
Locations
Stephen Lueke's office in Los Angeles
Stephen's primary office is at 350 South Grand Avenue, Suite 2300, Los Angeles, California, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Stephen Lueke — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen 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 Stephen
Stephen 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen'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 Stephen Lueke
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen'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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?
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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new employment clients right now?
Stephen'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
Stephen 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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