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Edward Earl Ward, Jr, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Slip & Fall

AssociateatLewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 2007.

19+
Years practicing
1
Bar admission

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Edward Earl Ward, Jr is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Slip & Fall. Edward has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 19 years
Known for
Employment · Insurance · Slip & Fall
  • Handles Employment, Insurance, and Slip & Fall matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Edward Earl Ward, Jr: Edward Earl Ward, Jr is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Slip & Fall. Edward has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Edward takes on

Edward concentrates on employment, insurance, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edward handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Los Angeles, California

Edward takes employment matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California

Edward takes insurance matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.

Slip & Fall cases in Los Angeles, California

Edward takes slip & fall matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Edward Earl Ward, Jr — employment lawyer in Los Angeles

Edward Earl Ward, Jr is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Slip & Fall. Edward has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP.

Edward Earl Ward, Jr is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, labor and employment, premises liability defense. Edward received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California, Los Angeles in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Edward practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Working with Edward on a employment matter

Edward Earl Ward, Jr is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, labor and employment, premises liability defense. Edward received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California, Los Angeles in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Edward practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Clients Edward works with

Edward reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and slip & fall matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Santa Clara University School of Law

    J.D. · 2006

  • University of Southern California, Los Angeles

    B.S. · 2001

Jurisdictions

Edward's state bar admissions

  • California

    2007 · ACTIVE

Edward studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.S. in University of Southern California, Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Edward completed J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.S. in University of Southern California, Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edward runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Edward's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California California Association of Black Lawyers John M

    membership

  • Langston Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Edward Earl Ward, Jr's office in Los Angeles

Edward's primary office is at 221 N Figueroa St., Ste. 1200, Los Angeles, CA, 90012. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP

221 N Figueroa St., Ste. 1200

Los Angeles, CA 90012

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Hiring guide

How to hire Edward Earl Ward, Jr — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edward usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Edward charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Edward will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Edward

Edward discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Edward confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Edward's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Edward Earl Ward, Jr

  • How much does it cost to hire Edward for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edward walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Edward offer a free consultation?

    Edward charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Edward's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in California typically take?

    Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Edward gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Edward take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Edward is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Edward will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Edward?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Edward will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Edward accepting new employment clients right now?

    Edward's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

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