Lara De Leon

Advice & Counsel

California Class Actions & Complex Litigation

Class/Collective Actions

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Compliance

Employment Litigation Prevention & Defense

Wage and Hour Compliance & Litigation

Lara is an experienced trial lawyer who focuses her practice on employment law and helping companies navigate complex workplace challenges.

She represents employers across industries in litigation, administrative proceedings, and appeals, serving as a strong advocate in and out of the courtroom. For more than two decades, Lara has partnered with employers to address issues involving discrimination, retaliation, accommodations, and wage and hour compliance.

Lara also counsels clients on pay equity, harassment, and leave and accommodation matters, providing clear guidance on high-stakes employment concerns. Her background as in-house counsel for two large, multinational companies gives her a practical understanding of the issues organizations face and how to align legal strategies with business goals. Lara is also Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, reflecting her deep knowledge in labor and employment law and long-standing commitment to the field.

Lara frequently speaks on emerging employment law topics at local and national programs and in virtual forums. She continues to work closely with clients to reduce risk, resolve disputes, and build workplace practices that support compliance and long-term success.

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

California Lawyers Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Texas Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

San Antonio Bar Association, Section on Labor and Employment Law

Los Angeles County Bar Association

University of Houston Law Center

J.D., cum laude

1998

Texas, 1998

California, 2010

U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit

U.S. District Court - CA - C.D., E.D., N.D., S.D.

U.S. District Court - TX - E.D., N.D., S.D., W.D.