Lisa Noveck is a Partner, Labor & Employment, at Employees First Labor Law — a Super Lawyers Rising Star who represents employees in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage cases, and who leads the firm's appellate work.
California is an at-will state — but firing someone for discrimination, for complaining, for taking protected leave, or for refusing to break the law is not. That line is where Lisa's practice lives.
Pasadena, CaliforniaLisa Noveck is a highly respected employment and labor attorney known for her commitment to standing up for employees facing injustice at work. Since becoming licensed in 2017, she has built a strong reputation for delivering results, earning peer recognition and a 2026 Super Lawyers Rising Stars designation — an honor reserved for a small percentage of attorneys statewide.
She earned her law degree at Loyola Law School Los Angeles, one of California's premier institutions for litigation and advocacy. From the start of her career she has focused on employment and labor law — representing employees in matters involving discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wage violations, and wrongful termination. Her approach is grounded in thorough preparation, smart negotiation, and a willingness to fight aggressively when needed.
Clients trust her not only for her legal skill, but for her honesty, her communication, and her unwavering dedication to their case.
From USC and Loyola Law School through the City Attorney's office and the federal bankruptcy court, to partner and appellate department head at one of California's fastest-growing employee-side firms. Read the full bio →
Undergraduate studies; member of Sigma Delta Tau and USC Hillel.
Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, the United States Bankruptcy Court, and an Education Law Clinic advocating for students' rights.
Graduates from Loyola Law School Los Angeles and is admitted to practice in California the same year.
Partner, Labor & Employment, at Employees First Labor Law in Pasadena — and leader of the firm's law clerk department.
Successful arguments in the Ninth Circuit and California's Second and Fourth Appellate Districts, including a published opinion.
Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars for 2026 — a peer designation awarded to a select few attorneys in each state.
She understands the emotional and financial stress that workplace issues create, and she works tirelessly to guide clients through every step of the legal process — backed by the trial team at Employees First Labor Law.
More than two hundred million dollars for California workers — the platform behind every client Lisa represents.
Representative outcomes for employees at Employees First Labor Law — settlements and a jury verdict against employers that said no first. All settlements →
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each matter depends on its own facts and law. Amounts are gross recoveries before fees and costs.
Lisa represents workers across a wide range of employment and labor matters — from the first warning signs through settlement, trial, and appeal.
Fired for an unlawful reason dressed up as "performance" or "restructuring." Courts look past the label to the motive.
Read Lisa's guide → FEHARace, gender, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics — explicit or shown through patterns and comparisons.
Speak with Lisa → FEHAHostile work environments and quid pro quo — and the retaliation that so often follows when someone speaks up.
Speak with Lisa → Lab. Code § 1102.5Demoted, cut, or pushed out after reporting, complaining, or taking protected leave. Retaliation is its own claim.
Read Lisa's guide → Wage & hourUnpaid overtime, missed meal and rest breaks, off-the-clock work, and misclassification.
Speak with Lisa → Ninth Circuit · Cal. Courts of AppealLisa heads the firm's appellate department, with successful arguments in state and federal courts of appeal and a published opinion.
Appellate work →“Lisa treated my case with compassion and professionalism. She made me feel heard, understood, and protected. I couldn't have asked for a better advocate.”— Former client
Peer recognition and a record in the courts of appeal. All accolades →
For Lisa, advocacy doesn't end with legal representation — it extends into the community she serves. Philanthropy →
Panelist at community events, workshops, and forums, and educator on wage and hour law, discrimination, and employee protections.
Mentors law students and first-generation students, and leads the law clerk department at Employees First Labor Law.
Supports nonprofits advancing women's careers, preventing workplace harassment, and promoting leadership opportunities.
Volunteers with legal aid programs helping people who cannot afford representation in urgent employment matters.
Expert insights, legal updates, and practical guidance on California employment and labor law. Browse all posts →
Disputes rarely begin with a lawsuit. The decisions made in the early stages shape the outcome long before anything is filed.
Wrongful terminationAn employer doesn't need a good reason to fire you — but it can't have a bad one.
Workplace retaliationWhat retaliation looks like, how it's proven, and what to do if it's happening to you.
If you've been mistreated at work, don't navigate the legal system alone. Lisa is here to listen, guide, and fight for you every step of the way. Consultations are confidential.
