
Jennifer Ann Kearns, Employment Attorney in San Diego, California
focused on Employment, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDuane Morris LLP
San Diego, CA
Trusted employment attorney serving San Diego.
- 5.0 ★
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Jennifer Ann Kearns is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Duane Morris LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- San Diego, CA
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- Employment · General · Litigation
- Handles Employment, General, and Litigation matters from San Diego, CA.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jennifer Ann Kearns: Jennifer Ann Kearns is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Duane Morris LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jennifer Ann Kearns
Jennifer concentrates on employment, general, litigation, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jennifer handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in San Diego, California
Jennifer takes employment matters in San Diego, 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 Jennifer agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Diego, California
Jennifer takes general matters in San Diego, 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 Jennifer agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Jennifer takes litigation matters in San Diego, 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 Jennifer agrees to represent you.
Business cases in San Diego, California
Jennifer takes business matters in San Diego, 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 Jennifer agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jennifer Ann Kearns — Attorney of California employment experience
Jennifer Ann Kearns is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Duane Morris LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Jennifer Ann Kearns is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, labor relations, management labor law and 2 other areas of law. Jennifer received a degree from University of California, San Diego in 1983, and . Jennifer practices at Duane Morris LLP in San Diego, CA and 1 other location.
Working with Jennifer on a employment matter
Jennifer Ann Kearns is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, labor relations, management labor law and 2 other areas of law. Jennifer received a degree from University of California, San Diego in 1983, and . Jennifer practices at Duane Morris LLP in San Diego, CA and 1 other location.
Who Jennifer represents
Jennifer reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and litigation matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Jennifer Ann Kearns's legal education and bar admissions
University of San Diego School of Law
J.D. · 1986
University of California, San Diego
B.A. Experimental · 1983
Jennifer studied at J.D. in University of San Diego School of Law and B.A. Experimental in University of California, San Diego.
Law school and academic background
Jennifer completed J.D. in University of San Diego School of Law and B.A. Experimental in University of California, San Diego. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jennifer runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jennifer Ann Kearns
Jennifer has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Jennifer's professional memberships and bar associations
Board Memberships •Mama's Kitchen, Inc
membership
2004-2011 and 2014-present (Board President, 2007) •United Through Reading -Trustee, 2011
membership
Locations
Jennifer Ann Kearns's office in San Diego
Jennifer's primary office is at 750 B Street, Suite 2900, San Diego, CA, 92101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Jennifer Ann Kearns — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jennifer. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in San Diego.
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How to hire Jennifer Ann Kearns — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jennifer usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jennifer charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jennifer'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; Jennifer will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in San Diego, 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 Jennifer
Jennifer 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. Jennifer confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jennifer'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 Jennifer Ann Kearns
How much does it cost to hire Jennifer for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jennifer walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jennifer offer a free consultation?
Jennifer charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jennifer's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jennifer'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. Jennifer gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jennifer take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Jennifer 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 — Jennifer 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 Jennifer?
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. Jennifer will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jennifer accepting new employment clients right now?
Jennifer'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 San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Jennifer handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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