Monica Renee Dean

Monica Renee Dean, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 18 years of legal practice

Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 2008.

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Years practicing
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Monica Renee Dean is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Monica has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C..

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 18 years
Known for
Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Monica Renee Dean: Monica Renee Dean is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Monica has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C..

Areas of practice

Monica's practice areas in Los Angeles

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

Employment cases in Los Angeles, California

Monica 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 Monica agrees to represent you.

Biography

Monica Renee Dean, employment attorney serving Los Angeles

Monica Renee Dean is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Monica has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Monica works from Los Angeles, California and takes on employment matters across the region.

Monica Renee Dean is a lawyer practicing labor and employment. Monica received a degree from University of California, Davis in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years. Monica practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Los Angeles, CA.

How Monica handles employment matters

Monica Renee Dean is a lawyer practicing labor and employment. Monica received a degree from University of California, Davis in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years. Monica practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Los Angeles, CA.

The kind of cases Monica takes

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

Credentials

Credentials — where Monica studied and practices

  • Arizona State Sandra Day O' Connor College of Law

    J.D. · 2006

  • University of California, Davis

    B.A. Economics · 2003

Jurisdictions

Monica's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2012 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2012 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2011 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2010 · ACTIVE

  • Nevada (Inactive)

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • California

    2008 · ACTIVE

Monica studied at J.D. in Arizona State Sandra Day O' Connor College of Law and B.A. Economics in University of California, Davis.

Law school and academic background

Monica completed J.D. in Arizona State Sandra Day O' Connor College of Law and B.A. Economics in University of California, Davis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Monica runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Monica's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Los Angeles County Bar Association John M

    membership

  • Langston Bar Association American Bar Association Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles African-American Attorneys in Downtown Firms

    AAADF · membership

Locations

Monica Renee Dean's office in Los Angeles

Monica's primary office is at 400 South Hope Street, Suite 1200, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.

400 South Hope Street, Suite 1200

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire Monica Renee Dean — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Monica'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 Monica Renee Dean

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

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

  • Does Monica offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Monica 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 — Monica 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 Monica?

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

  • Is Monica accepting new employment clients right now?

    Monica'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

Monica 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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