Atty. Brian Casillas

Atty. Brian Casillas

Brian Casillas focuses his practice on all aspects of employment litigation and counseling. He has experience in California and federal civil procedure including discovery, motion practice, defending depositions and negotiating settlements.

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Profile Summary

About Brian Casillas at a glance

Brian Casillas is a employment and litigation attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at McDermott Will & Schulte. Educated at Loyola Marymount University (—, 2014). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian Casillas focuses his practice on all aspects of employment litigation and counseling
  • He has experience in California and federal civil procedure including discovery, motion practice, defending depositions and negotiating settlements
  • He represents clients against claims under the Fair Employment & Housing Act, Labor Code, Cal/OSHA and Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Brian also advises corporate clients and individuals across various industries including technology, manufacturing, real estate and construction
  • Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/brian-casillas/

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Casillas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Casillas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Brian Casillas is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian Casillas

Where is Brian Casillas's law office located?
Brian Casillas's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is McDermott Will & Schulte. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Casillas handle?
Brian Casillas focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Brian Casillas go to law school?
Brian Casillas earned their education at (—, 2014).
How can I contact Brian Casillas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Brian Casillas received?
Brian Casillas's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

Loyola Marymount University
- 2014

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

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