Pasadena Wrongful Termination Defense Lawyers
Defending Southern California Businesses Against Wrongful Termination Claims
Your business is far more than a company. It's your livelihood, your legacy, and the result of countless hours of hard work. That’s why when something like a wrongful termination claim threatens its success, you need a team you can trust to help you overcome this challenge and continue to thrive.
At Hackler Flynn & Associates, we’re a boutique, woman-owned law firm that focuses on defending businesses against legal risks and setbacks of all kinds. Whether you need to combat a wrongful termination lawsuit or want to proactively safeguard your business from risks, we’re here to provide personalized, experience-backed advocacy, all at a fraction of the cost of in-house counsel.
Call (323) 991-7506 or reach out online to discuss how our team of wrongful termination defense lawyers in Pasadena can help you. We can conduct consultations in person, over the phone, or virtually for your convenience.
The Costs of Wrongful Termination Claims
When an employee files a claim, your business may face immediate financial strain due to legal fees, potential settlements, and the time diverted from operations. These cases can drag on for months or even years, consuming resources that should be invested in growth.
Beyond financial burdens, wrongful termination claims can damage your company's reputation. News of employment disputes can spread quickly through your industry, making it harder to attract talent and maintain relationships with clients and partners.
Additionally, your management team may become distracted, morale among the remaining employees can suffer, and productivity could decline just when you need your team to perform at its best.
For many California businesses, the costs of a single wrongful termination lawsuit can be devastating, even if a claim lacks merit. We've seen these cases threaten the survival of otherwise healthy companies, which is why we work with urgency to defend clients and minimize costs and setbacks.
What Wrongful Termination Cases Can We Handle?
We defend businesses against the full spectrum of wrongful termination claims that arise in California's heavily regulated employment environment.
Our team has extensive experience handling wrongful termination cases that concern the following and more:
- Discrimination based on protected characteristics, including age, race, gender, disability, religion, and sexual orientation
- Retaliation, where employees allege they were fired for whistleblowing, requesting reasonable accommodations, or taking protected leave
- Breach of contract claims involving written employment agreements, implied contracts, or violations of company policies
- Constructive discharge cases, where employees claim they were forced to resign due to intolerable working conditions
- Alleged violations under California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)
Whatever type of wrongful termination claim your business faces, we can mount an effective defense. Our founder and managing partner, Cynthia Hackler Flynn, has over two decades of experience and has been recognized as a top advocate for businesses. Her unique insights and skills inform everything we do on behalf of our clients.
Prevention Is the Best Defense
While we're fierce defenders against litigation, we believe prevention is the best strategy for businesses wanting to avoid wrongful termination claims. That’s why we work with businesses of all kinds and in all industries to develop compliant employment practices, comprehensive employee handbooks, and clear termination procedures that protect their interests.
Should you partner with us, we can help you document performance issues properly, conduct legally sound investigations, and make termination decisions that minimize risk. Our team stays current on California's constantly evolving employment laws, so we can provide detailed guidance that puts your business on the best path for avoiding risks and achieving success.
Why Choose Hackler Flynn & Associates?
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Woman-Owned Firm with Personalized ServiceAs a certified WBE and WOSB, we deliver responsive, flexible support with options for in-person, virtual, or phone consultations tailored to busy business owners.
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75+ Years of Combined ExperienceThe firm brings deep litigation and counseling experience that clients can trust in high-stakes situations.
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Boutique Employment Defense ExpertiseWe focus exclusively on protecting business owners in employment law, offering highly specialized knowledge.
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“Absolute Pros. Cynthia and Emily helped navigate me through one of the most important business transactions of my life. They helped me clearly understand my ownership contract and ensure I made the right decision. Their services are worth every penny. The best attorneys I’ve hired.”- Dan E.
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“Cynthia and her team nailed it! We had a very specific, urgent employment issue, and Cynthia came recommended to me from a close friend. Her team was quick, effective, and professional all the way through and helped us close it out cleanly. Thank you!”- Nick F.
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“Cynthia is an exceptional law firm leader. She is highly capable, strategic, and thoughtful. Cindy is also a natural connector an oracle of local bar resources & knowledge, trusted by clients and fellow professionals alike to navigate them to what they need, both within and beyond her firm.”- Lauren P.
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“Hackler Flynn, Cindy and her team, have been an outstanding partner to us and our clients for years when it comes to needing a bona fide, true blue employment law specialist who understands not only the legal complexities, which they do, but the relationship dynamics that often drive many of these issues and need hand-holding to ensure a successful resolution. Could not be prouder to call them a trusted partner.”- Scott R.
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“My experience with the team at Hackler, Flynn and Associates was nothing short of outstanding. They handled our case with the utmost professionalism and care. Their proactive approach saved our company time and money. I highly recommend Hackler, Flynn and Associates to anyone seeking legal services in small corporate business cases such as PAGA and Employment Laws. Mariyam, Mimi and Cindy were absolute Professionals throughout the whole process which ultimately led to our case being dismissed. Thank you, HFA Team!”- Satisfied Customer
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“I’m so glad I chose this law firm to represent me. Orchid was absolutely amazing to work with — professional, thoughtful, and genuinely caring. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly understand my situation and listened carefully to all my concerns. She explained everything clearly, kept me well informed throughout the process, and made me feel supported every step of the way. She consistently showed that she had my best interests at heart and went above and beyond to help me reach the best possible outcome. I couldn’t have asked for better representation and highly recommend Hackler Flynn & Associates!”- L.P.
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“Orchid was wonderful to work with. She was very helpful navigating the situation with clear communication and compassion. I really appreciate her help and her supportive manner.”- Jeanine W.
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“As a lawyer for 40+ years, who has worked with a lot of law firms, including many employment specialists, I have had a superior experience with this Firm. Terrifically responsive, meticulous, knowledgeable, priced right. Got an employment problem? Contact Hackler Flynn first. Once again, one year later, Hackler Flynn team, especially Liz, have responded with alacrity and expertise to a somewhat unusual set of facts. We are so appreciative!”- Leslie L.
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“My personal experience with the Hackler Flynn firm has been stellar. I have enjoyed quick, practical, and thorough legal services from Cindy Hackler all the way through to associates and support staff. They have provided excellent representation to me. Similarly, all clients whom I have referred to the firm have had very positive feedback whether they hired the firm or not.”- Sima A.
