Sarah Heck Griffin

Sarah Heck Griffin, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General

PartneratJones Day

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1984.

42+
Years practicing
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Sarah Heck Griffin is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Sarah has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 42 years
Known for
Employment · Employment Contracts · General
  • Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sarah Heck Griffin: Sarah Heck Griffin is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Sarah has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Sarah Heck Griffin

Sarah concentrates on employment, employment contracts, general, health care, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sarah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Los Angeles, California

Sarah 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.

Employment Contracts cases in Los Angeles, California

Sarah takes employment contracts 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.

General cases in Los Angeles, California

Sarah takes general 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Los Angeles, California

Sarah takes health care 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Los Angeles, California

Sarah takes securities 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Sarah Heck Griffin — Over 42 years of California employment experience

Sarah Heck Griffin is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Sarah has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.

Sarah Heck Griffin is a lawyer practicing employee benefits & executive compensation, health care, erisa plan assets and 2 other areas of law. Sarah received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1976, and has been licensed for 42 years. Sarah practices at Jones Day in Los Angeles, CA.

Working with Sarah on a employment matter

Sarah Heck Griffin is a lawyer practicing employee benefits & executive compensation, health care, erisa plan assets and 2 other areas of law. Sarah received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1976, and has been licensed for 42 years. Sarah practices at Jones Day in Los Angeles, CA.

Clients Sarah works with

Sarah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Sarah Heck Griffin's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Colorado

    J.D. · 1984

  • University of Southern California

    B.A. · 1976

Jurisdictions

Sarah's state bar admissions

  • California

    1987 · ACTIVE

  • Colorado

    1984 · ACTIVE

Sarah studied at J.D. in University of Colorado and B.A. in University of Southern California.

Law school and academic background

Sarah completed J.D. in University of Colorado and B.A. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sarah runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Sarah Heck Griffin's office in Los Angeles

Sarah's primary office is at 555 South Flower Street, Fiftieth Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Jones Day

555 South Flower Street, Fiftieth Floor

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sarah Heck Griffin — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Sarah'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 Sarah Heck Griffin

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

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

  • Does Sarah offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Sarah 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 — Sarah 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 Sarah?

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

  • Is Sarah accepting new employment clients right now?

    Sarah'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

Sarah 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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