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OUR PRACTICE AREAS
Three types of employment cases we handle
Wrongful Termination
Wage and Hour
Harassment and Discrimination
OUR TOP EMPLOYMENT SETTLEMENTS
Wage & Hour
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Wrongful Termination
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Stories of success for those we’ve represented
"Very helpful and understanding. They will patiently wait for you to read over documents and contact you within one day of sending them details regarding your case. Willing to answer any and all questions you have about the process. 10 out of 10 would recommend."— Spencer C.
"Wilshire Law helped me with legal issues regarding unethical practices at my workplace. Highly recommend them to anyone who needs assistance fighting for employee rights."— Ella F.
"They asked me all the right questions and took the time to explain everything I didn't understand. Unlike my previous experiences with other law firms... this firm was a breath of fresh air. I have no complaints whatsoever and would highly recommend them to anyone."— Rami S.
MEET OUR LEADING EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEYS
Our award-winning legal team is here to fight for you
Eugene Zinovyev, Esq.
Junior Partner
Eugene Zinovyev, Esq., is a Junior Partner with 14 years of experience specializing in wage and hour class action lawsuits. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings. One of Eugene’s proudest achievements is securing a significant settlement for thousands of nurses in the
Diego Aviles, Esq.
Junior Partner
Diego Aviles, Esq., serves as a Junior Partner at Wilshire Law Firm, specializing in Employment Law and Wage-and-Hour Class Actions. With well over 6 years of dedicated practice in the field, Diego earned his B.A. in Political Science and B.A. in Criminology, Law Society from the University of California, Irvine. He later obtained his Juris
Jose Maria D. Patino, Jr., Esq.
Junior Partner
Jose Maria D. Patino, Jr., Esq. is a Junior Partner specializing in wage-and-hour class action litigation with more than 15 years of experience helping employees navigate complex workplace matters. Throughout his career, he has guided workers to majorly successful resolutions, including a $6.75 million settlement for more than 6,000 employees of a major health-insurance company.
Christina M. Le
Junior Partner
Christina “Tina” M. Le is a Junior Partner at Wilshire Law Firm, and a seasoned legal practitioner focused on championing the rights of employees and individuals in employment and class action matters. Tina specializes in handling a wide range of employment claims in state and federal courts – including wrongful termination, pay and overtime, workplace
John G. Yslas, Esq
Senior Partner
John Yslas is a Senior Partner and Chair of the Employment Wage Hour Class Action Department who also handles select single plaintiff cases and has nearly 30 years of experience. Prior to joining Wilshire Law Firm in 2022, John held significant leadership positions as a Partner for several years with three international law firms ranked in
Tyler Woods, Esq.
Senior Partner
Tyler J. Woods is a Senior Partner with more than 21 years of experience in Wage and Hour Employment Law. Tyler brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success representing both class members and employers in complex litigation across California. Among his notable accomplishments is obtaining multiple unanimous jury verdicts in
Thiago M. Coelho, Esq.
Partner
Thiago M. Coelho, Esq. is a Partner at Wilshire Law Firm, PLC, and serves as the Chair of the Consumer and Data Privacy Class Action departments. He represents large classes of consumers in complex, large-scale litigation in state and federal trial and appellate courts across the United States. He is among the few attorneys in
Nicol Hajjar, Esq.
Partner
Nicol Hajjar, Esq., is a Partner specializing in Employment Law at Wilshire Law Firm. An experienced employee advocate, Nicol represents clients in wage and hour claims, wrongful termination, workplace harassment, sexual harassment, sexual abuse, workplace discrimination, workplace retaliation, and wage and hour class actions, including Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) claims. Nicol’s meticulous preparation and
Benjamin Haber, Esq.
Partner
Benjamin Haber, Esq. focuses his practice primarily on employment litigation, class action litigation, and qui tam “whistleblower” cases. He is passionate about giving a voice to individuals who have suffered at the hands of major companies. Benjamin works closely with each client to advise them of their legal options, develop their case, and ultimately put
Arrash Fattahi, Esq.
Partner
Arrash T. Fattahi is a Partner at Wilshire Law Firm, where he focuses on labor and employment litigation, including wage and hour class actions and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claims. Guided by his personal philosophy – “how you do anything is how you do everything” – Arrash brings relentless advocacy, strategic insight, and a client-centered approach to
Jeffrey Bils, Esq.
Junior Partner
Jeffrey Bils, Esq. is an accomplished Junior Partner at Wilshire Law Firm who has practiced law for over a decade while fiercely advocating for his clients. Jeffrey represents clients in the legal areas of employment class and representative actions, as well as employment single-plaintiff actions. Jeffrey brings diligence and integrity to his practice to ensure that
Emily Borman, Esq.
Junior Partner
Emily Borman, Esq., is a dedicated Junior Partner at Wilshire Law Firm. She is an advocate for employees’ rights, specializing in cases involving wage and hour claims, sexual harassment, sexual assault, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour class actions, including Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) claims. At Wilshire Law Firm, Ms. Borman is
Eugene Zinovyev, Esq.
Junior Partner
Eugene Zinovyev, Esq., is a Junior Partner with 14 years of experience specializing in wage and hour class action lawsuits. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings. One of Eugene’s proudest achievements is securing a significant settlement for thousands of nurses in the
Diego Aviles, Esq.
Junior Partner
Diego Aviles, Esq., serves as a Junior Partner at Wilshire Law Firm, specializing in Employment Law and Wage-and-Hour Class Actions. With well over 6 years of dedicated practice in the field, Diego earned his B.A. in Political Science and B.A. in Criminology, Law Society from the University of California, Irvine. He later obtained his Juris
Jose Maria D. Patino, Jr., Esq.
Junior Partner
Jose Maria D. Patino, Jr., Esq. is a Junior Partner specializing in wage-and-hour class action litigation with more than 15 years of experience helping employees navigate complex workplace matters. Throughout his career, he has guided workers to majorly successful resolutions, including a $6.75 million settlement for more than 6,000 employees of a major health-insurance company.
Christina M. Le
Junior Partner
Christina “Tina” M. Le is a Junior Partner at Wilshire Law Firm, and a seasoned legal practitioner focused on championing the rights of employees and individuals in employment and class action matters. Tina specializes in handling a wide range of employment claims in state and federal courts – including wrongful termination, pay and overtime, workplace
John G. Yslas, Esq
Senior Partner
John Yslas is a Senior Partner and Chair of the Employment Wage Hour Class Action Department who also handles select single plaintiff cases and has nearly 30 years of experience. Prior to joining Wilshire Law Firm in 2022, John held significant leadership positions as a Partner for several years with three international law firms ranked in
Tyler Woods, Esq.
Senior Partner
Tyler J. Woods is a Senior Partner with more than 21 years of experience in Wage and Hour Employment Law. Tyler brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success representing both class members and employers in complex litigation across California. Among his notable accomplishments is obtaining multiple unanimous jury verdicts in
Thiago M. Coelho, Esq.
Partner
Thiago M. Coelho, Esq. is a Partner at Wilshire Law Firm, PLC, and serves as the Chair of the Consumer and Data Privacy Class Action departments. He represents large classes of consumers in complex, large-scale litigation in state and federal trial and appellate courts across the United States. He is among the few attorneys in
Nicol Hajjar, Esq.
Partner
Nicol Hajjar, Esq., is a Partner specializing in Employment Law at Wilshire Law Firm. An experienced employee advocate, Nicol represents clients in wage and hour claims, wrongful termination, workplace harassment, sexual harassment, sexual abuse, workplace discrimination, workplace retaliation, and wage and hour class actions, including Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) claims. Nicol’s meticulous preparation and
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT EMPLOYMENT CASES
Yes. If you’re an hourly employee, unpaid overtime happens when your employer doesn’t pay you for all the hours you worked beyond the standard 40‑hour workweek (or daily overtime when state law requires it). This may include off‑the‑clock tasks, being told to “finish up” after clocking out, or being classified as exempt even though your job duties qualify you for overtime pay.
No. Labor laws require employers to provide uninterrupted meal and rest breaks. This means you must be fully relieved of all duties and allowed to take your break without pressure, monitoring, or being called back to work. If your employer forces you to work through breaks, shortens them, or discourages you from taking them, that is a potential wage‑and‑hour violation. You may be entitled to compensation for every missed or interrupted break period.
Depending on your situation, you may be able to recover unpaid wages, overtime premiums, missed break penalties, interest, and statutory damages. In some cases, additional penalties apply if your employer knowingly violated labor laws or failed to keep accurate time records. Our legal team can help you evaluate what you're owed and ensure your full rights are protected.
Wrongful termination happens when an employer fires someone for an illegal reason. This can include discrimination, retaliation, harassment, or punishing someone for reporting misconduct. It can also involve termination based on a protected characteristic such as pregnancy, race, gender, age, disability, religion, or sexual orientation. If your firing violated workplace laws or your rights, you may have a claim.
No. Employers cannot legally fire you because of factors such as pregnancy, medical needs, disability, or any other protected characteristic. They must provide reasonable accommodations and treat all employees fairly. If you were terminated after requesting accommodations, reporting concerns, or disclosing a protected condition, your rights may have been violated.
Depending on your case, you may be eligible to recover unpaid or lost wages, lost benefits such as healthcare or retirement contributions, and compensation for emotional distress. Additional damages may be available depending on the impact the wrongful termination has had on your life and career. Our legal team can help you understand your rights and evaluate the full value of your claim.
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