David Payab

David Payab, Esq., is the founder of the Law Office of Payab & Associates. He has 26 years of legal experience. Mr. Payab is a seasoned litigator. He has resolved many complex employment law cases. These include wrongful termination, discrimination (based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, religion, and disability), pregnancy discrimination, whistleblower protections, and wage and hour claims.

Mr. Payab is a member of several legal groups, including the Los Angeles Bar and the California Employment Lawyers Association. He is a dedicated advocate for justice. He provides top-notch legal services to clients across California.

Mr. Payab earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Southwestern University School of Law in 1996, after completing his B.A. at California State University, Northridge in 1993. He has been licensed to practice law in California since 1997, when he was admitted to the State Bar of California and the Supreme Court of California, and he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.

Mr. Payab has garnered extensive recognition throughout his career for his legal acumen. For over 17 years, he has advised USC students on legal matters. This has made him a skilled advocate in Woodland Hills and the San Fernando Valley. His 950+ five-star reviews on Google, Yelp, and Avvo prove his commitment to quality and personalized service.

Mr. Payab’s achievements include a $5.5 million settlement for a confidential plaintiff. He has been on Southern California’s “SuperLawyers” list for five years. His work has won many awards, including: the “People Love Us on Yelp” distinction, Avvo’s Clients’ Choice Awards, and the Elite Lawyer Award for wrongful termination and personal injury.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, The Law Office of Payab & Associates
• Legal Advisor, University of Southern California
• Legal Intern, Los Angeles Superior Court
• Legal Intern, Office Of City Attorney, City Of Los Angeles
• Attorney Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
• Attorney Member, Beverly Hills Bar Association
• Attorney Member, South Bay Bar Association (LA)
• Attorney Member, Long Beach Bar Association
• Attorney Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
• Member, Iranian American Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Southwestern Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• California State University, Northridge
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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