
Steven Jay Joffe, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratWilson Elser
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Steven Jay Joffe is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Steven has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Employment, General, and Personal Injury matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Steven Jay Joffe: Steven Jay Joffe is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Steven has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Steven's practice areas in Los Angeles
Steven concentrates on employment, general, personal injury, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Los Angeles, California
Steven takes securities 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Biography
Steven Jay Joffe, employment attorney serving Los Angeles
Steven Jay Joffe is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Steven has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Steven works from Los Angeles, California and takes on employment matters across the region.
Steven Jay Joffe is a lawyer practicing asbestos, employment & labor, financial institutions and 4 other areas of law. Steven Jay received a degree from Western State University, CA, and has been licensed for 43 years. Steven Jay practices at Wilson Elser in Los Angeles, CA.
How Steven handles employment matters
Steven Jay Joffe is a lawyer practicing asbestos, employment & labor, financial institutions and 4 other areas of law. Steven Jay received a degree from Western State University, CA, and has been licensed for 43 years. Steven Jay practices at Wilson Elser in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Steven represents
Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and personal injury matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Steven studied and practices
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
J.D. · 1982
Western State University, CA University of Minnesota
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Steven's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1983 · ACTIVE
Steven studied at J.D. in Thomas Jefferson School of Law and B.A. in Western State University, CA University of Minnesota.
Law school and academic background
Steven completed J.D. in Thomas Jefferson School of Law and B.A. in Western State University, CA University of Minnesota. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Steven's legal honors and published work
Steven has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Steven's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships & Affiliations American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) Association of Southern California Defense Counsel American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Steven Jay Joffe's office in Los Angeles
Steven's primary office is at 555 S. Flower Street, Suite 2900, Los Angeles, CA, 90071-2407. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wilson Elser
555 S. Flower Street, Suite 2900
Los Angeles, CA 90071-2407
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Client reviews of Steven Jay Joffe — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Steven. 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 Steven Jay Joffe — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven 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 Steven
Steven 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steven'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 Steven Jay Joffe
How much does it cost to hire Steven for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steven offer a free consultation?
Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Steven'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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steven take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Steven 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 — Steven 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 Steven?
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. Steven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steven accepting new employment clients right now?
Steven'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
Steven 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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