Atty. Nathan W. Austin

Atty. Nathan W. Austin

Nathan W. Austin is a principal in the Sacramento, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C.

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Profile Summary

About Nathan W. Austin at a glance

Nathan W. Austin is a employment and litigation attorney based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT (J.D., 2002). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nathan W. Austin is a principal in the Sacramento, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C
  • He joined the firm in 2006
  • Nathan's practice consists of defending employment matters in state and federal courts, arbitrations and administrative proceedings
  • He also defends management in litigation involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, breach of contract, wage and hour, benefits and other employment-related actions
  • In addition, Nathan provides training for managers and employees on various workplace issues
  • Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Nathan was an associate with a mid-sized Sacramento-based law firm successfully representing clients in employment law, ADA law, property disputes, and general tort litigation
  • He was also a trial attorney with mid-sized California real estate law firm, representing management and property owners in landlord/tenant law handling all facets of unlawful detainer litigation

Practice Areas Explained

Nathan W. Austin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nathan W. Austin 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

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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 Sacramento 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 Nathan W. Austin

Where is Nathan W. Austin's law office located?
Nathan W. Austin's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Jackson Lewis PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nathan W. Austin handle?
Nathan W. Austin focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Nathan W. Austin go to law school?
Nathan W. Austin earned their education at (J.D., 2002).
How can I contact Nathan W. Austin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Nathan W. Austin received?
Nathan W. Austin's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT
- 2002

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law
- 2026

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