Laura J. Barns
Law Offices of Laura J. Barns • Irvine, CA
Sexual HarassmentEmployment LawPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(714) 598-1913
Address
One Corporate Park, Irvine, CA, 92606, US
Professional
About
Laura J. Barns is the founder of the Law Offices of Laura J. Barns in Irvine, California, where she represents individuals and businesses in a range of employment and business law matters. Her practice includes employment and labor issues, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, and business disputes. With extensive experience in these areas, Ms. Barns is committed to helping clients navigate complex legal challenges with practical guidance, strong advocacy, and a clear focus on protecting their rights and interests. Based in Irvine, Ms. Barns brings a client-centered approach to every matter she handles. She understands that workplace disputes and business conflicts can be stressful, disruptive, and deeply personal, and she works to provide responsive counsel tailored to each client’s goals. Whether addressing claims involving sexual harassment or wrongful termination, or advising on broader employment and business concerns, she strives to deliver solutions that are both strategic and effective. Her work reflects a dedication to thorough preparation, careful analysis, and principled representation. Clients turn to Laura J. Barns for professional, experienced legal support from an attorney who understands the importance of resolving disputes efficiently while remaining prepared to advocate forcefully when litigation is necessary. Through the Law Offices of Laura J. Barns, she continues to serve the Irvine community with a strong commitment to client service and a focused understanding of California employment and business law.
About Sexual Harassment Law
Sexual harassment attorneys represent victims of workplace harassment and help them seek justice and compensation. They handle sensitive cases with discretion. Common matters include workplace harassment, hostile work environment, quid pro quo, retaliation.
Credentials
Education
1980 Southwestern Univ SOL JD - Juris Doctor 1977 Univ of California Berkeley BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 Top-Rated Lawyer 2017, Avvo 2016 Top Defense Verdict, Daily Journal 2016 Legal Elite Award - Sexual Harassment Litigation - California, Corporate America
Publications
2012 Association of Business Trial Lawyers Report Employment Litigation Legislative Update 2012 WZ Blog Alleged Break Violations Are Not Appropriate for Class Treatment As Individual Issues Predominate. 2012 WZ Blog Governor Brown Signs New Employment Laws 2012 WZ Blog Second Post-Brinker Decision Upholding Denial Certification for Claims of Alleged Missed Breaks. 2012 WZ Blog Recruiters Not Entitled to Overtime or Breaks as the Commissioned Employees Exemption Applied.
Associations
California State Bar Employment Section Member Orange County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section Member Orange County Bar Association - Masters Division Member
Speaking
2016 Attorney Meeting Preventing Sexual Harassment 2013 Attorney Meeting Employment Arbitration Agreements in California 2013 Attorney Meeting Recent Developments in Employment Law 2011 Attorney Meeting Preventing Sexual Harassment 2007 Attorney Meeting Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
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Updated: Jul 12, 2026