Steven Erkel

Steven Erkel is a California attorney whose practice focuses on helping individuals facing difficult legal challenges. He is known for guiding clients through complex disputes while providing clear direction throughout the legal process. His experience includes handling employment claims, consumer protection matters, privacy disputes, and personal injury cases. By taking time to understand each client’s situation, he develops strategies tailored to their goals and circumstances.

Steve earned his B.A. from the University of California at Los Angeles (“UCLA”), where he graduated magna cum laude. He later received his M.A. from Georgetown University. Continuing his legal education, he earned his J.D. from U.C. Berkeley School of Law. This strong academic foundation prepared him for a career involving complex litigation and advocacy on behalf of individuals seeking justice.

Steve has built substantial experience as a litigator through work on a wide range of legal matters. His employment law practice has involved cases concerning wrongful termination, retaliation, discrimination, wage and hour disputes, misclassification issues, missed meal and rest breaks, refusal to hire, workplace accommodations, and sexual harassment claims. He has also worked on class and representative actions involving workplace rights and related legal concerns.

Steve has represented clients in consumer protection and privacy matters, including cases involving data breaches and sensitive personal information. His litigation background also extends to personal injury claims, where he has advocated for people who suffered serious harm or experienced significant trauma. Through careful case preparation and persistent representation, he works to help clients pursue meaningful resolutions during challenging periods of their lives.

Steven Erkel is admitted to practice before all courts in California, including the Northern District of California, the Eastern District of California, the Central District of California, and the Southern District of California. Throughout his career, he has remained focused on advocating for individuals and protecting their rights. His combination of litigation experience, academic achievement, and client-centered approach allows him to effectively represent people confronting difficult legal disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Erkel Law, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• U.C. Berkeley School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Georgetown University
  Master of Arts (MA)
• UCLA
  BA with Magna Cum Laude

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