Thomas Joseph Griffin, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Insurance
MemberatNelson And Griffin
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
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Thomas Joseph Griffin is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Thomas has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nelson And Griffin.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Insurance
- Handles Employment, General, and Insurance matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Thomas Joseph Griffin: Thomas Joseph Griffin is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Thomas has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nelson And Griffin.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Thomas takes on
Thomas concentrates on employment, general, insurance, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Thomas 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Thomas 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Thomas takes insurance 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Thomas 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Thomas Joseph Griffin — employment lawyer in Los Angeles
Thomas Joseph Griffin is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Thomas has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nelson And Griffin.
Thomas Joseph Griffin is a lawyer practicing insurance fraud defense, personal injury, employment law and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1980, and has been licensed for 37 years. Thomas practices at Nelson & Griffin in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Thomas on a employment matter
Thomas Joseph Griffin is a lawyer practicing insurance fraud defense, personal injury, employment law and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1980, and has been licensed for 37 years. Thomas practices at Nelson & Griffin in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Thomas represents
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and insurance matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Western State University
J.D. · 1988
Providence College
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
California
1989 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at J.D. in Western State University and B.A. in Providence College.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in Western State University and B.A. in Providence College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County Bar Association The State Bar of California
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Locations
Thomas Joseph Griffin's office in Los Angeles
Thomas's primary office is at 800 W. 6th St., Ste. 788, Los Angeles, CA, 90017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Thomas Joseph Griffin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas 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 Thomas
Thomas 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas'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 Thomas Joseph Griffin
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas'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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new employment clients right now?
Thomas'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
Thomas handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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