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Holly Ruth Lake, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 27 years of legal practice

Partner

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1999.

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Years practicing
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Holly Ruth Lake is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Holly has over 27 years of legal experience.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 27 years
Known for
Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Holly Ruth Lake: Holly Ruth Lake is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Holly has over 27 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Holly takes on

Holly concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Holly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Los Angeles, California

Holly 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 Holly agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Holly Ruth Lake — employment lawyer in Los Angeles

Holly Ruth Lake is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Holly has over 27 years of legal experience.

Holly Ruth Lake is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor & employment. Holly received a M.P.H. degree from San Jose State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years. Holly practices in Los Angeles, CA.

Working with Holly on a employment matter

Holly Ruth Lake is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor & employment. Holly received a M.P.H. degree from San Jose State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years. Holly practices in Los Angeles, CA.

Clients Holly works with

Holly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • New York Law School

    J.D. · 1999

  • San Jose State University

    M.P.H. University · 1996

Jurisdictions

Holly's state bar admissions

  • California U.S. Supr

    1999 · ACTIVE

Holly studied at J.D. in New York Law School and M.P.H. University in San Jose State University.

Law school and academic background

Holly completed J.D. in New York Law School and M.P.H. University in San Jose State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Holly runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Holly's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Beverly Hills Bar Association (Member, Labor and Employment Section) Member, Labor and Employment sections, American Bar Association Member, Labor and Employment sections, Los Angeles County Bar Association

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Locations

Holly Ruth Lake's office in Los Angeles

Holly's primary office is at 515 South Flower Street Twenty-Fifth Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

515 South Flower Street Twenty-Fifth Floor

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire Holly Ruth Lake — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Holly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Holly'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; Holly 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 Holly

Holly 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. Holly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Holly'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 Holly Ruth Lake

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

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

  • Does Holly offer a free consultation?

    Holly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Holly's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Holly'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. Holly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Holly 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 — Holly 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 Holly?

    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. Holly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Holly accepting new employment clients right now?

    Holly'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

Holly handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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