Employment Law Attorney
About ARCH Legal PC
ARCH Legal PC is a top-notch employment law firm in California dedicated to safeguarding the rights of workers statewide. Previously known as GrahamHollis APC, the employment law firm has built a strong reputation for integrity, client advocacy, and exceptional results — recovering more than $300 million in verdicts and settlements for wronged employees. Currently, ARCH Legal, with offices in California, serves clients statewide and takes on some of the largest corporations in complex employment disputes.
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Experienced Employment Law Attorneys
ARCH Legal’s team of attorneys focuses only on employment law. We represent single plaintiffs and groups in cases involving wage and hour violations, overtime pay, meal and rest break disputes, workplace discrimination, harassment, inadequate rest periods, retaliation, and wrongful termination. The employment law firm is also highly regarded for its skill in class actions and PAGA representative actions, helping thousands of California workers recover what they are owed under the law.
Commitment to Justice and Leadership
Rebranded in 2025, ARCH Legal PC reflects a new era of shared leadership and diversity among its shareholders — Anderson, Reese, Cordero, and Hollis — whose initials form the firm’s name. This leadership model underscores the firm’s collaborative approach and commitment to equity, inclusion, and community impact.
With decades of combined experience, a results-driven philosophy, and a passion for justice, ARCH Legal PC continues to stand as a powerful advocate for California employees seeking fairness in the workplace. Speak to one of our skilled employment law defense attorneys today in a confidential legal consultation.
Employment Law Services We Offer
Our employment and labor attorneys handle a variety of employment-related cases to level the playing field. For example:
Sexual Harassment
Our sexual harassment attorneys protect you and your coworkers facing misconduct in the workplace. Whether you need a sexual harassment lawyer to pursue justice or guidance under sexual harassment law, we hold employers accountable for sexual harassment at work and workplace hostility.
Wrongful Termination
Our skilled wrongful termination lawyers advocate for employees fired unlawfully under wrongful termination laws. ARCH Legal helps clients file wrongful termination lawsuits and understand their rights within the statute of limitations, ensuring fair treatment and maximum compensation for workplace injustice. Our attorneys may assist many employees with receiving lost wages, compensation for emotional distress, punitive damages, payment for hour disputes, and age discrimination. Other damages may be necessary, depending on the nature of the complaint against your employer.
Workplace Retaliation
Our workplace retaliation lawyers fight for employees punished after reporting misconduct. We handle every Workplace Retaliation Claim or Workplace Retaliation Lawsuit, ensuring victims of retaliation in the workplace receive protection and justice under California’s retaliation employment law framework.
Noncompetes Nonsolicitation
Our firm provides expert advice on noncompete, nonsolicitation, and confidentiality agreements. ARCH Legal ensures non-solicitation agreements and employee non-solicitation clauses comply with California’s non-compete statutes, protecting your career mobility and business interests while avoiding restrictive or unlawful terms.
Employee Privacy
ARCH Legal’s employee privacy attorneys defend your employee privacy rights under California’s strong employee privacy laws. From digital monitoring to workplace surveillance, we safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with all employee privacy law standards governing confidentiality and transparency in employment.
LGBTQ Rights
Discrimination based on sexual preference or identity is illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Our dedicated LGBTQ+ rights attorneys and LGBTQ+ rights lawyers stand with workers facing bias or LGBT employment discrimination, which is illegal under the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). ARCH Legal fights for equal treatment, inclusive policies, and justice for LGBTQ employees whose rights are violated under California’s employment protections.
Whistleblower Rights
Our experienced whistleblower rights attorneys protect the rights of whistleblowers under federal and state whistleblower protection laws. We help employees file secure claims and navigate complex whistleblower rights and protection processes to prevent retaliation and uphold accountability.
Equal Pay
ARCH Legal’s equal pay attorneys ensure fair wages through enforcement of equal pay laws and the Equal Pay Act. ARCH Legal holds employers accountable for compensation disparities, promoting workplace equality and justice for all employees regardless of gender or classification.
Family & Medical Leave Rights
ARCH Legal’s attorneys assist employees in understanding the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Family Rights Act. We protect workers’ leave entitlements under the Family and Medical Leave Rights Law, ensuring compliance and preventing employer retaliation.
Understanding Employment Law
Employment law oversees the relationship between employers and employees, setting the foundation for fair treatment, workplace safety, and equitable compensation. It ensures that both parties understand their rights and obligations, creating a balanced environment where productivity and respect can thrive. From hiring to termination, every stage of employment is shaped by legal standards designed to prevent abuse and discrimination.
Employment Laws Guarantee Fair Worker Treatment and Compensation
Modern employment law covers a broad range of issues — including wage and hour regulations, discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, family and medical leave, and retaliation protections. These laws exist to guarantee that workers are treated fairly, compensated appropriately, and free from mistreatment or bias based on gender, race, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. For employers, compliance reduces legal risk and helps foster a positive workplace culture built on transparency and trust.
Wronged Workers Can Seek Legal Remedies for Compensation
Employees who believe their rights have been violated can seek remedies through administrative claims, mediation, or civil litigation. Common claims include unpaid wages, denied overtime, harassment, retaliation for whistleblowing, or unlawful termination. Successful claims not only compensate victims but also help reinforce fair employment practices across industries.
Employment Law Lawyers are Essential for Navigating Claims Successfully
Navigating employment law requires experienced legal counsel. Regulations evolve constantly, and case outcomes often depend on nuanced interpretations of workplace conduct and company policies. Skilled employment attorneys play a critical role in evaluating evidence, guiding clients through legal procedures, and achieving justice — whether through negotiation or trial.
Our Labor Law Attorneys Will Fight For Your Rights
Ultimately, understanding employment law empowers both workers and employers. It promotes fairness, accountability, and respect in the workplace — values that are essential for any thriving organization or professional community. Always speak to a skilled employment law firm if you think you have been discriminated against, wrongfully terminated, or suffered another illegal work-related act against you.
The Role of Employment Law Enforcement
Why do we need government agencies involved in workplace disputes in the first place? Couldn’t workers and employers just figure it out themselves?
In an ideal world, every employer would follow wage laws perfectly, treat employees fairly, and never discriminate. But reality is more complex — and that’s why employment law enforcement exists. These agencies are watchdogs, regulators, and mediators, ensuring fairness in the workplace and accountability when an employer violates the law:
Investigating Violations
Employment law agencies play a critical role in investigating alleged violations. They determine whether workplace misconduct truly meets the legal definition of discrimination, retaliation, or wage theft. By reviewing evidence and applying legal standards, investigators help separate genuine claims from misunderstandings or poor management practices, ensuring justice is based on facts, not assumptions.
Enforcing Workplace Standards
Employers hold substantial influence over employees’ livelihoods — from wages and schedules to promotions and job stability. Enforcement agencies help balance this power dynamic by monitoring compliance with labor and anti-discrimination laws. Through audits, citations, and penalties, they compel adherence to legal standards, creating safer and fairer working conditions across industries.
Providing Accessible Resolutions
Not every workplace dispute needs to escalate into a costly lawsuit. Many enforcement bodies offer mediation, administrative hearings, and settlement options that provide quicker, more affordable resolutions for both parties. These alternative remedies promote accountability while minimizing disruption to workers and businesses alike.
Employment law enforcement ensures that rights aren’t just theoretical — they’re real, enforceable, and accessible. By holding employers accountable and protecting workers from abuse, these agencies uphold the integrity and fairness that every workplace deserves. Speak to our experienced employment lawyers if you think you have a case.
The Benefits of Hiring an Employment Lawyer
When workplace issues arise, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure where to turn. Employment law is complex, especially with regulations that vary from state to state. Working with an experienced employment law attorney ensures your rights are protected and your case is handled efficiently and effectively.
Understanding California’s Legal Requirements
California employment law has its own unique protections and requirements that often exceed federal minimums. Did you know that California requires meal breaks for shifts over five hours, or that the state has specific rules about final paycheck timing? A California employment attorney knows these nuances inside and out, helping you identify violations you might have missed.
Protection from Retaliation
Pursuing a discrimination or wrongful termination claim can expose employees to workplace retaliation. A skilled employment lawyer helps shield you from these risks by ensuring thorough documentation and taking immediate action if your employer tries to punish you for standing up for yourself.
Efficiency and Experience
Our experienced employment attorneys know the process inside and out. They understand deadlines, documentation, and procedural strategy — helping your case move forward smoothly and avoiding costly delays.
Handling Complex Work Situations
Cases involving multiple violations, wage disputes, or whistleblower protections can quickly become complex. A knowledgeable lawyer ensures nothing is overlooked and that your case strategy adapts to every challenge.
Lower Stress
Employers often have legal teams on their side. Your attorney provides balance—advocating for you while managing the stress of deadlines, filings, and negotiations.
Access to Professional Networks
Employment lawyers boast valuable connections — investigators, economists, and industry experts who strengthen your case and help you achieve a fair resolution.
Several of our employment lawyers have made the Super Lawyers list for the area’s best lawyers, so you know you are receiving elite-level legal representation.
Why Choose ARCH Legal for Your Employment Case
The attorney–client relationship is deeply personal — especially when it involves workplace injustice that affects your livelihood, reputation, and peace of mind. You deserve a law firm that not only understands employment law but also aligns with your values, communication style, and goals. Here’s what makes ARCH Legal different, whether you’re a single plaintiff or part of a group taking legal action:
Exclusive Focus on Employment Law
At ARCH Legal, employment law isn’t one of many practice areas — it’s our sole focus. Our attorneys dedicate their careers to protecting employee rights and resolving workplace disputes. With extensive knowledge of state-specific labor protections and their interaction with federal employment laws, we deliver precise, effective legal representation tailored to your situation.
Compassionate Client Service
We know that employment disputes often arise during some of life’s most stressful moments. Our team approaches every client with empathy, patience, and respect. We take the time to listen, answer your questions, and make sure you feel supported throughout the process—because behind every case is a real person whose story and well-being matter.
Plain Talk
Legal language can be confusing, but our communication never will be. We believe in clarity, not jargon. When we discuss your case, you’ll understand every option and outcome. Our goal is to empower you through transparency, ensuring you never feel left in the dark about your rights or next steps.
Impressive Recent Case Results
Our employment law firm under California law cannot guarantee any result. However, our skilled labor law attorneys have recovered hundreds of millions for our clients, including these recent verdicts and settlements against large employers:
- ~$14 million for retail workers at a national office products chain
- ~$11.35 million on behalf of pet groomers in a national retail chain
- ~$6.5 million for patient managers employed by a major healthcare provider
- ~$5.75 million for hair stylists (Regis Corporation)
- Multi-million recoveries in wage & hour, misclassification, overtime, rest/meal break violation, etc.
Proactive Problem-Solving
We don’t wait for problems to escalate — we take action before they happen. Our attorneys take a proactive approach to case development, gathering evidence early, pinpointing potential obstacles, and crafting strategic solutions that strengthen your position before disputes get more heated.
Comprehensive Legal Support
Workplace problems often affect more than just your job. Whether job loss impacts your financial planning or you’re considering launching a new business, ARCH Legal gives you comprehensive guidance that addresses both your immediate legal needs and the broader context of your life.
What sets ARCH Legal apart isn’t just what we do — it’s how we do it. At ARCH Legal, we don’t simply handle employment cases; we advocate for real people navigating some of the most challenging moments in their working lives. Your employment-related fight becomes our fight — and we stand with you every step of the way.
Contact Our Employment Law Attorneys Now
When your job, income, or professional reputation is in jeopardy, every passing second matters. Don’t wait for your company to fire or demote you — take control by speaking with a trusted employment law attorney who understands the challenges you’re facing and knows how to protect your rights.
You Deserve Respect and Fairness
At ARCH Legal, our labor attorneys have built our firm on one guiding principle: employees deserve fairness, respect, and accountability in the workplace. Whether you’re dealing with wrongful termination, unpaid wages, harassment, retaliation, or another employment law issue, our attorneys are here to listen, evaluate your situation, and guide you toward the justice you deserve.
Our team will take the time to understand your unique circumstances of your employment contract, explain your legal options clearly, and develop a strategy that fits your goals. We handle every case with the professionalism, discretion, and determination you would expect from experienced employment advocates.
When you contact us, you’re not just hiring an employment attorney – you’re partnering with a team that values transparency, compassion, and results. We’ll keep you informed at every step and fight tirelessly to achieve a fair outcome on your behalf.
Your voice matters. Your rights matter. And you don’t have to face this alone when California labor laws are broken and you’re the victim. Reach out to ARCH Legal today for a confidential consultation with an experienced employment law attorney. We will listen and learn how we may represent employees at your firm. Let’s take the first step together toward protecting your future and restoring your peace of mind.
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