Allen Graves

Allen Graves is a Sierra Madre, California employment attorney who represents workers and executives throughout the state. His practice focuses on employment class actions, wage and hour disputes, worker misclassification, executive severance matters, and appellate litigation. He established his practice in 2004 to help California employees understand and enforce their workplace rights. Graves assists clients facing unpaid wages, unfair labor practices, and other violations of California employment law.

Graves earned his J.D. with honors from the University of Michigan Law School after completing his undergraduate education at the University of Texas. He was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1999 and remains an active member. His academic training and legal background provide a strong foundation for analyzing complex employment statutes, evaluating workplace claims, and developing practical strategies for employees and executives.

Before beginning his employee-focused practice, Graves worked in the employment law department at Paul Hastings Janofsky & Walker, where he gained experience with employer-side matters. His work has since included claims involving missed meal and rest breaks, unpaid overtime, unreimbursed business expenses, off-the-clock work, inaccurate wage statements, and independent contractor misclassification. He also handles severance negotiations and appellate issues, including matters arising under California’s Private Attorneys General Act.

Allen Graves combines insight into employer-side strategy with a focused commitment to protecting California workers. He has represented hourly employees, professionals, and executives in matters ranging from individual severance negotiations to large class and representative actions. His approach emphasizes careful preparation, personal attention, and a clear understanding of each client’s goals. Through practical advice and determined advocacy, he helps clients pursue fair compensation and meaningful enforcement of their workplace rights.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Graves Firm, A Professional Corporation
• Member, The State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of Michigan School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Texas at Arlington
  Bachelor of Science (BS)