Emily J. Atherton
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Counsel
Hospitality
Labor & Employment
Los Angeles
Bar & Court Admissions
- State Bar of California
- US District Courts for the Northern, Central, Southern and Eastern Districts of California
Professional Affiliations
- Los Angeles County Bar Association, Labor & Employment Section
- Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
Education
- Pepperdine University School of Law, J.D.
- University of California, Los Angeles, B.A., cum laude
Emily Atherton helps employers navigate workplace disputes, defending against claims that carry both legal and reputational risk. Her work spans single-plaintiff and class action matters, with experience across state and federal courts.
With a focus on practical strategy and sound execution, Emily litigates claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage-and-hour violations—including PAGA and class actions. She supports clients through every stage of the litigation process, from early case assessment to resolution, balancing legal risk with business considerations.
Before concentrating her practice on employment law, Emily handled a broad range of civil litigation matters involving toxic torts, product and premises liability, and commercial disputes. This diverse background informs her ability to identify risk patterns and develop tailored, cross-disciplinary strategies.