Atty. Daren H. Lipinsky

Atty. Daren H. Lipinsky

For over twenty years, Mr. Lipinsky has successfully represented workers in all areas of employment litigation, including cases involving sexual harassment, disability and pregnancy discrimination, race, age, sexual orientation and gender discrimination, California Family Rights Act violations, Wage and Hour violations, retaliation, breach of contract, and wrongful termination in violation of public policy against some of the nation's largest employers.

Tustin Tustin 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Daren H. Lipinsky at a glance

Daren H. Lipinsky is a employment and litigation attorney based in Tustin, California, practicing at Rizio Lipinsky Heiting PC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in California (1997). Educated at Skidmore College (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Tustin, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • For over twenty years, Mr. Lipinsky has successfully represented workers in all areas of employment litigation, including cases involving sexual harassment, disability and pregnancy discrimination, race, age, sexual orientation and gender discrimination, California Family Rights Act violations, Wage and Hour violations, retaliation, breach of contract, and wrongful termination in violation of public policy against some of the nation's largest employers
  • Mr. Lipinsky has been recognized as one of the “Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America” by the prestigious National Trial Lawyers organization
  • He has also been recognized by Inland Empire Magazine's “Top Lawyers in the Inland Empire” 2010-2017 Editions
  • is “AV-preeminent” rated by Martindale-Hubbell
  • has been honored as a "Super Lawyer" every year since 2012
  • has been named as one of the "Best Lawyers in Southern California" by the Wall Street Journal, American Lawyer Media, and "Best Lawyers in America;" and has been recognized for his litigation accomplishments in multiple years by the California Employment Lawyers Association
  • In 2013, Mr. Lipinsky was named a finalist for the Consumer Attorneys of California's “Streetfighter of the Year Award.” For the past 4 years, Mr. Lipinsky has been named “California Whistleblower Attorney of the Year” by Corporate Intl Magazine
  • Mr. Lipinsky currently serves on the Board of Governors of the Consumer Attorneys of California
  • He also serves as President-Elect of the Consumer Attorney of the Inland Empire, Past-President of the Western San Bernardino County Bar Association, and on the Board of the University of La Verne Department Legal Studies
  • Mr. Lipinsky has also spoken on several occasions to attorneys throughout the State of California on litigating and trying employment law cases.Mr
  • Lipinsky is co-author of “Inside the Minds: Representing Employees in Sexual Harassment Cases,” Thompson Reuters (2012)

Practice Areas Explained

Daren H. Lipinsky's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daren H. Lipinsky 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.

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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 Tustin 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 Daren H. Lipinsky

Where is Daren H. Lipinsky's law office located?
Daren H. Lipinsky's law practice is located in Tustin, California. The firm is Rizio Lipinsky Heiting PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daren H. Lipinsky handle?
Daren H. Lipinsky focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daren H. Lipinsky practiced law?
Daren H. Lipinsky has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Daren H. Lipinsky go to law school?
Daren H. Lipinsky earned their education at (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Daren H. Lipinsky for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daren H. Lipinsky received?
Daren H. Lipinsky's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

B.A.
Skidmore College
- 1994

Awards

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

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997

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