Atty. Michael Zelman
Michael Zelman is dedicated to representing employees in employment litigation. He tirelessly advocates for individuals facing discrimination based on disability, age, sexual orientation, or race.
Labor and Employment & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 12+ Years Experience
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About Michael Zelman at a Glance
Michael Zelman is a Managing Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Southern California Labor Law Group PC. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, car accidents, sexual harassment, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in California United States District Court, Central District of California (2014). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 2007) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A. Politics, 2004). Active member of State Bar of California California Employment Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Zelman
- Michael Zelman is dedicated to representing employees in employment litigation
- He tirelessly advocates for individuals facing discrimination based on disability, age, sexual orientation, or race
- His practice also includes representing victims of sexual harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination
- In addition, he has successfully handled wage and hour disputes, ensuring employees receive fair treatment under the law
- With extensive experience in civil litigation, he has managed cases from their inception through jury verdicts, post-trial motions, and appellate challenges
- As the founding partner of SCLLG (Southern California Labor Law Group), Mr. Zelman established a firm committed to aggressively defending clients' rights, investing the necessary time and resources to achieve justice
- Outside of work, he enjoys football, yoga, and spending time at the beach
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Zelman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Zelman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Wrongful Termination in Los Angeles
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Car Accidents in Los Angeles
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Sexual Harassment in Los Angeles
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Wrongful Death in Los Angeles
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Personal Injury in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Michael Zelman
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 Michael Zelman's practice in the field of wrongful termination, car accidents, sexual harassment, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Zelman brings 12+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, car accidents, and sexual harassment, Michael Zelman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Michael Zelman 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 Michael Zelman Handles in Los Angeles
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Zelman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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