Atty. Laura R. Petroff

Atty. Laura R. Petroff

Laura R. Petroff is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, appeals, discrimination and 2 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Laura R. Petroff at a glance

Laura R. Petroff is a Managing Partner, Los Angeles Office based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), California (1986), and U.S. District Court, Central, Southern and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeal (1986). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1980) and Denison University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County (Co-Chair, Education Committee, 1989-1991 and Member, Executive Committee, 1990-1992, Barristers) and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Laura R. Petroff is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, appeals, discrimination and 2 other areas of law
  • Laura received a B.A. degree from Denison University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Laura practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Laura R. Petroff's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

Laura R. Petroff is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in California →

Employment Law

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

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Laura R. Petroff

Where is Laura R. Petroff's law office located?
Laura R. Petroff's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Winston & Strawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura R. Petroff handle?
Laura R. Petroff focuses on wrongful termination, employment, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Laura R. Petroff practiced law?
Laura R. Petroff has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Laura R. Petroff go to law school?
Laura R. Petroff earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Laura R. Petroff for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Laura R. Petroff received?
Laura R. Petroff's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1980
B.A.
Denison University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central, Southern and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeal
Admitted: 1986

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