Paul J.Leaf

Partner

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Paul is a partner in the firm’s employment law group, where he primarily defends companies against class action and PAGA cases alleging wage and hour violations. He also represents companies in single plaintiff matters involving discrimination, harassment, breach of fiduciary duty, non-compete and non-solicitation, and wrongful termination claims.

Paul litigates before federal and state courts, arbitration tribunals, and state and federal agencies. He has experience in all phases of litigation, including trial. In addition to his litigation portfolio, Paul helps clients avoid liability by advising them about compliant personnel policies and decisions.

Paul represents clients from many industries, including aerospace, automotive, education, entertainment, financial services, media, and retail.

Paul has guest lectured at UCLA Law School regarding his expertise in independent contractor misclassification law.  Prior to joining the firm, Paul practiced commercial litigation with Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

Beyond his legal practice, Paul is active with pro bono, community, and public policy matters. He serves as the Hispanic National Bar Association’s Southern California Deputy Regional President. Paul worked on defense issues at a think tank, and he is a regular commentator on U.S. foreign policy, having published nearly 40 op-eds in several national newspapers and magazines, and been interviewed and quoted by the media. Paul is a board member of a charter high school serving underprivileged students. Paul led a pro bono case aimed at reforming how the Department of Veterans Affairs processes veterans’ disability claims. Paul is a founding board member of Pickleball Cares, a non-profit organization that aims to provide mentorship and athletic opportunities to children in disadvantaged communities.

  • JD, Stanford Law School

    Editor, Stanford Law Review

  • BA, Pomona College

    With distinction

  • California