Fallbrook Employment Lawyers

For 17 years, I served as an insurance defense counsel, handling cases related to construction defects, general liability, and medical malpractice defense. Now, my practice is centered on consumer civil rights and employment law, where I also handle class actions in both fields.

Representing employees as a Union Leader inspired me to become an attorney, exclusively representing California employees against their employers in all aspects of employment law: illegal retaliation, illegal discrimination, wrongful termination, sexual harassment, wage/hour issues in the workplace, unemployment appeals, and understanding the severance agreement.
I work up every client's case myself and deliver the kind of personal service that every client deserves.
I strive to understand the client's expectations and to exceed them by offering a specialized service tailored to his/her unique case.
If you or someone you know has questions about a workplace issue, give me a call....

My practice consists of labor and employment issues, including the following: * Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title VII claims, including race, national origin, age, gender, sex discrimination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment and retaliation * Wrongful termination in violation of public policy * Whistle blower actions * Breach of contract claims * Labor Code § 132(a) claims before Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board * Hearings before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) * Hearings before the California Labor Commissioner and Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board * Americans with Disabilities Act...

Mr. Stevens is the Senior Partner with the law firm of Stevens, Carlberg & McMillan. Mr. Stevens received his J.D. from Western State University College of Law in Fullerton, California in 1992, having graduated Summa Cum Laude from Western State University as the valedictorian of his class. During law school Mr. Stevens was Chief Editor of the student newspaper and was selected for a California Court of Appeals internship with Justice Henry Moore. Mr. Stevens became a member of the Bar of the State of California in 1993, passing the bar on the first attempt. Mr. Stevens has practiced law in...

Hilary Vrem has been practicing law in San Diego for since 2005, joining the Bolander Law Group in 2010. Her practice focuses primarily on trust litigation, employment matters, adoptions, and estate planning. Like Lori, Hilary is adopted, so she, too, is passionate about this area of law and is honored to assist couples in starting and expanding their families.

Andrew Hillier is an experienced employment law litigator representing employees throughout California. He has helped plaintiffs navigate prosecution of claims for wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage theft, rest and meal break violations, and whistleblower retaliation.

In addition to his legal practice, Andrew is an adjunct professor at the University of San Diego School of Law where he teaches trial advocacy techniques. When he isn’t working to protect the rights of workers or training law students, Andrew enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, football, and playing with his dog, Harley.

Matt Falkenstein has been an attorney with Skapik Law Group since January 2021, having first joined the firm in 2020. Since entering the legal profession, Mr. Falkenstein has been a dedicated and zealous advocate for clients whose rights have been violated. He is committed to pursuing fair and just outcomes, bringing a strategic and client-focused approach to every case. Mr. Falkenstein has experience across a broad range of civil litigation matters, including cases involving excessive force and police brutality, police misconduct, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, wage and hour class actions, and catastrophic personal injury. He is known for his creative legal...

I am an employment and general business attorney with experience in transactional and litigation work. In my transactional practice, I advise businesses regarding contract interpretation, compliance with laws, and draft business related agreements. I audit businesses for compliance with federal and state employment laws, develop preventive policies, handbooks, employment agreements, and other employment documents to avoid employment claims and litigation. In my litigation practice, I draft pleadings and law in motion, conduct depositions, and attend hearings.