Emge & Associates

Representing employees in class action litigation

This lawyer is licensed to practice in California and has no record of discipline from the California bar association.*

Firm Overview

Our representation focuses on hourly employees who have been denied overtime compensation, who have been forced to work off-the-clock and who have not been provided state mandated meal periods.

Example cases

Lopez v. American Golf Corporation. Class action settlement on behalf of 3,500 underpaid class members; Stevens v. F.H. Paschen/S.N. Nielsen, Inc.: Class action settlement on behalf of 84 construction superintendents for misclassification and unpaid overtime.

Main Office

Main
525 B Street
Suite 760
San Diego CA 92101

Phone

(619) 595-1400

Fax

(619) 595-1480

Websites

http://www.emgelawfirm.com

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

Most cases are taken on a contingency basis.

Hourly Rates

Contingency.

Office Information

Office Hours

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Languages Spoken

Our paralegal speaks Spanish. Counsel does not.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Mediation is used as a tool toward resolution in almost every case.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Hourly employees are often misled by their employers about their rights to breaks, proper classification and off-the-clock work. Self education is the first step for employees to help protect themselves.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Yes

Derek J. Emge

Emge & Associates was formed in 2000 specifically to represent employees in class action litigation.

License

Bar Number: 161105
California , 1992

* Nolo has confirmed that every member attorney has a valid license and is in good standing with the state agency that licenses lawyers. Any past disbarments and suspensions (with possible exceptions for minor violations or nonpayment of dues, in our discretion) will be indicated accordingly in the badge. Member attorneys are required to notify Nolo immediately if they become the subject of any disciplinary action by any state licensing agency.