Paul Joseph Christensen, Employment Attorney in Long Beach, California
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation
AssociateatHouser & Allison A Professional Corporation
Long Beach, CA
Practicing employment in Long Beach since 2004.
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Paul Joseph Christensen is an associate based in Long Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Paul has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Houser & Allison A Professional Corporation.
- Based in
- Long Beach, CA
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Employment · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Long Beach, CA.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Paul Joseph Christensen: Paul Joseph Christensen is an associate based in Long Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Paul has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Houser & Allison A Professional Corporation.
Areas of practice
Paul's practice areas in Long Beach
Paul concentrates on employment, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Employment cases in Long Beach, California
Paul takes employment matters in Long Beach, 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Long Beach, California
Paul takes insurance matters in Long Beach, 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Long Beach, California
Paul takes litigation matters in Long Beach, 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Biography
Paul Joseph Christensen, employment attorney serving Long Beach
Paul Joseph Christensen is an associate based in Long Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Paul has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Houser & Allison A Professional Corporation. Paul works from Long Beach, California and takes on employment matters across the region.
Paul Joseph Christensen is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, insurance, civil litigation. Paul received a B.S. degree from Western Michigan University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years. Paul practices at Houser & Allison A Professional Corporation in Long Beach, CA.
Paul's approach to employment cases
Paul Joseph Christensen is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, insurance, civil litigation. Paul received a B.S. degree from Western Michigan University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years. Paul practices at Houser & Allison A Professional Corporation in Long Beach, CA.
The kind of cases Paul takes
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and litigation matters in Long Beach and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Paul studied and practices
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
J.D. · 2003
Western Michigan University
B.S. Criminal · 1999
Jurisdictions
Paul's state bar admissions
Michigan
2012 · ACTIVE
California
2004 · ACTIVE
Paul studied at J.D. in University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and B.S. Criminal in Western Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
Paul completed J.D. in University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and B.S. Criminal in Western Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Paul's professional memberships and bar associations
Long Beach and American Bar Associations Association of Southern California Defense Counsel
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Locations
Paul Joseph Christensen's office in Long Beach
Paul's primary office is at 3780 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA, 90806. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Houser & Allison A Professional Corporation
3780 Kilroy Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806
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How to hire Paul Joseph Christensen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul'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; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Long Beach, 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 Paul
Paul 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Paul'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 Paul Joseph Christensen
How much does it cost to hire Paul for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Paul offer a free consultation?
Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Paul'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. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Paul take my case if I'm outside Long Beach?
Paul 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 — Paul 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 Paul?
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. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Paul accepting new employment clients right now?
Paul'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 Long Beach, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Paul handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Long Beach2,212 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 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
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