Atty. Rafael Gonzalez

Atty. Rafael Gonzalez

Rafael’s practice is focused exclusively on representation of employers in employment and complex litigation matters. He advises and represents clients in wage & hour actions, administrative investigations, sexual harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, and collective bargaining.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Rafael Gonzalez at a glance

Rafael Gonzalez is a Partner based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Mullen Henzell L L P. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, employment, wage & hour, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in California (2000) and United States District Court for the Central District of California (2000). Educated at University of Arizona College of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Rafael’s practice is focused exclusively on representation of employers in employment and complex litigation matters
  • He advises and represents clients in wage & hour actions, administrative investigations, sexual harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, and collective bargaining
  • Rafael’s expertise includes wage and hour class actions, PAGA actions, and other complex employment litigation
  • Rafael serves as legal counsel for the Grower Shipper Association of Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties representing growers, farm labor contractors, and shippers throughout California
  • Other major clients served include those in hospitality, education, financial services, food and beverage, and healthcare
  • Rafael joined Mullen & Henzell after serving as an attorney and hearing officer with the U.S
  • National Labor Relations Board, Region 21 in Los Angeles
  • He takes pride in providing a preemptive approach to litigation by educating clients and offering practical, cost-effective solutions to legal problems

Practice Areas Explained

Rafael Gonzalez's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Contracts

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Employment Law

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

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Wage & Hour Disputes

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Employment Contracts

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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 Santa Barbara 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 Rafael Gonzalez

Where is Rafael Gonzalez's law office located?
Rafael Gonzalez's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. The firm is Mullen Henzell L L P. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rafael Gonzalez handle?
Rafael Gonzalez focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, employment, wage & hour, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Rafael Gonzalez practiced law?
Rafael Gonzalez has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Rafael Gonzalez go to law school?
Rafael Gonzalez earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Rafael Gonzalez for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arizona College of Law
- 2000
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2000
United States District Court for the Central District of California
Admitted: 2000

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