Atty. Grant Reader
Grant Reader has been practicing law in California since 1992 and carries with him a lifetime of practical experience with the California justice system, having been a part of it his entire adult life. Mr.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Riverside, CA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Grant Reader at a Glance
Grant Reader is an Of Counsel based in Riverside, California, practicing at Varner Brandt Llp. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1992), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1992). Educated at University of La Verne (J.D., 1992) and Rio Hondo College (A.S., 1984). Serves clients in Riverside, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Grant Reader
- Grant Reader has been practicing law in California since 1992 and carries with him a lifetime of practical experience with the California justice system, having been a part of it his entire adult life
- Mr. Reader’s knowledge of California jurisprudence began with an early career in law enforcement
- During that time, he learned first hand the effects of unresolved legal disputes, the practical mechanics for diffusing them, and mediating a peaceful resolution
- Since his admission to the bar in 1992, Mr. Reader has litigated a wide array of matters from business law issues, to employment law disputes, to various tort issues, as well as handling a variety of transactional matters as General Counsel for many years with a vibrant boutique corporation in Orange County
- Mr. Reader has served not only as counsel and advocate for his clients, but has also dedicated a significant amount of time in volunteer service to the courts in San Bernardino County
- He is a member of the San Bernardino and Riverside County Bar Associations, and has extensive ties to those communities
- Mr. Reader is also active in Christian ministry, being an ordained minister in the Church of the Nazarene
Practice Areas Explained
Grant Reader's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Grant Reader handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Riverside.
Employment Law in Riverside
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in Riverside
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 Riverside
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 Riverside 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 venue, 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.
Riverside Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Riverside-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Riverside Choose Grant Reader
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Grant Reader's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Grant Reader brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Colorado, Grant Reader can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Grant Reader can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Riverside
A Riverside-based practice means Grant Reader attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Grant Reader Handles in Riverside
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