Olga Hernandez Garau, Employment Attorney in Torrance, California
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Energy, and Estate Planning
MemberatOlga H Garau Attorney At Law
Torrance, CA
Practicing employment in Torrance since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Olga Hernandez Garau is a member based in Torrance, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Energy, and Estate Planning. Olga has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Olga H Garau Attorney At Law.
- Based in
- Torrance, CA
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Employment · Energy · Estate Planning
- Handles Employment, Energy, and Estate Planning matters from Torrance, CA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Olga Hernandez Garau: Olga Hernandez Garau is a member based in Torrance, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Energy, and Estate Planning. Olga has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Olga H Garau Attorney At Law.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Olga Hernandez Garau
Olga concentrates on employment, energy, estate planning, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Olga handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Energy
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Estate Planning
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General
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Personal Injury
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Real Estate
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Torrance, California
Olga takes employment matters in Torrance, 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 Olga agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Torrance, California
Olga takes energy matters in Torrance, 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 Olga agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Torrance, California
Olga takes estate planning matters in Torrance, 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 Olga agrees to represent you.
General cases in Torrance, California
Olga takes general matters in Torrance, 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 Olga agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Torrance, California
Olga takes personal injury matters in Torrance, 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 Olga agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Olga Hernandez Garau — Over 40 years of California employment experience
Olga Hernandez Garau is a member based in Torrance, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Energy, and Estate Planning. Olga has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Olga H Garau Attorney At Law.
Olga Hernandez Garau is a lawyer practicing public utilities, workers compensation law, negligence defense and 5 other areas of law. Olga received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years. Olga practices at Olga H. Garau Attorney at Law in Torrance, CA.
Working with Olga on a employment matter
Olga Hernandez Garau is a lawyer practicing public utilities, workers compensation law, negligence defense and 5 other areas of law. Olga received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years. Olga practices at Olga H. Garau Attorney at Law in Torrance, CA.
Who Olga represents
Olga reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, energy, and estate planning matters in Torrance and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Olga Hernandez Garau's legal education and bar admissions
University of Southern California
J.D. · 1983
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Olga's state bar admissions
Florida
1989 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1987 · ACTIVE
California
1986 · ACTIVE
Olga studied at J.D. in University of Southern California and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Olga completed J.D. in University of Southern California and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Olga runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Olga's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California The District of Columbia Bar
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Locations
Olga Hernandez Garau's office in Torrance
Olga's primary office is at 23505 Crenshaw Blvd., Ste. 206, Torrance, CA, 90505-5223. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Olga H Garau Attorney At Law
23505 Crenshaw Blvd., Ste. 206
Torrance, CA 90505-5223
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How to hire Olga Hernandez Garau — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Olga usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Olga charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Olga'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; Olga will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Torrance, 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 Olga
Olga 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. Olga confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Olga'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 Olga Hernandez Garau
How much does it cost to hire Olga for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Olga walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Olga offer a free consultation?
Olga charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Olga's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Olga'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. Olga gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Olga take my case if I'm outside Torrance?
Olga 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 — Olga 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 Olga?
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. Olga will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Olga accepting new employment clients right now?
Olga'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 Torrance, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Olga 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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