Eric C. Schwettmann

Eric’s primary practice involves the defense of all types of employment-related lawsuits through inception, litigation, and trial. He also regularly provides counsel to employers regarding day-to-day personnel management decisions, complaint investigations, best policies and practices, and compliance with state and federal law. He is also highly versed in e-discovery related issues, having been a significant contributor in the drafting of the 2009 California Electronic Discovery Act.He was also significantly involved with the legislative process relating to the amendment of Code of Civil Procedure 2016.090 (Mandatory Early Disclosures).

Experience

Eric represents employers ranging from large, nationwide corporations to those with only a few employees. He focuses on matters involving the Fair Employment and Housing Act, whistleblower retaliation, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour violations, and all related claims for private employers and public entities before governmental agencies and in state and federal court.

Publications

•New State Law Requires Notice To Workers Before Mass Layoffs, Los Angeles Daily Journal (December 26, 2002)
•WARN Watch - Employers Laying Off Workers Must Follow Notice Requirements, Los Angeles Daily Journal (November 29, 2001)

Professional Activities & Recognition

Awards

•AV Rating (highest possible rating) from Martindale-Hubbell
•Named Los Angles Magazine Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Star (2005-12) and Super Lawyer (2013-2020).
•Recipient of the Patrick A. Long President’s Award in recognition of exemplary service to the organization, Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, 2019.
•Nominated as one of “2008 ‘Forty Under 40’” award recipients by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal.

• Named Los Angles Magazine Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Star (2005-12) and Super Lawyer (2013-2024)