Atty. Mia Farber
Mia Farber is a principal in the Los Angeles, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. and a former member of the firm's Board of Directors. She is co-leader of the Class Actions and Complex Litigation practice group and has extensive experience in all facets of employment litigation.
Employment Law Management & More Attorney · Serving Manhattan Beach, CA
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About Mia Farber at a Glance
Mia Farber is a employment and litigation attorney based in Manhattan Beach, California, practicing at Mia Farber. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California. Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1987) and Pitzer College (BA, 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Manhattan Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mia Farber
- Mia Farber is a principal in the Los Angeles, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. and a former member of the firm's Board of Directors
- She is co-leader of the Class Actions and Complex Litigation practice group and has extensive experience in all facets of employment litigation
- Mia has represented employers in all types of employment litigation, including sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination
- She also has vast experience in the area of wage and hour class actions
- Mia has defended a significant number of wage and hour class actions over the last several years
- Additionally, she provides advice and counsel, conducts training seminars on a myriad of topics all related to employment issues and frequently speaks on employment law issues
- Mia has tried numerous cases
- She also has extensive experience arbitrating employment disputes pursuant to employment arbitration agreements and collective bargaining agreements as well as defending employers in judicial arbitrations
- She also regularly handles both judicial and private employment dispute mediations on behalf of employers
Practice Areas Explained
Mia Farber's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mia Farber handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Manhattan Beach.
Employment Law in Manhattan Beach
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in Manhattan Beach
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 Manhattan Beach
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 Manhattan Beach 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.
Manhattan Beach Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Manhattan Beach-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 Manhattan Beach Choose Mia Farber
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 Mia Farber's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Mia Farber can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Manhattan Beach
A Manhattan Beach-based practice means Mia Farber 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 Mia Farber Handles in Manhattan Beach
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mia Farber has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mia Farber directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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