Alison M. Miceli

Overview

Alison Miceli dedicates her practice to defending employers across the full spectrum of employment litigation. She resolves complex disputes and claims involving discrimination, harassment, whistleblower protection, wrongful termination, and wage and hour laws. Alison’s expertise extends to litigating intricate wage and hour class actions, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) collective suits, and representative actions under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Her strategic approach to litigation strategy development and comprehensive knowledge of the law make her a trusted advisor for employers seeking to navigate the complexities of employment law with confidence and precision.

Alison provides legal counsel to a wide range of employers, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies, including executives and managerial personnel. She partners with clients to develop preventative strategies that can reduce the risk of employment disputes before they arise. When litigation becomes necessary, Alison pursues an assertive defense combined with thorough legal acumen to achieve successful outcomes. Her practice spans diverse industries, such as healthcare, banking, real estate, energy, technology, retail, manufacturing, and hospitality, allowing her to tailor solutions to each client’s unique challenges.

Having practiced exclusively in labor and employment law, Alison’s career began representing labor unions, public employee associations, and their members in litigation, arbitration, and administrative hearings. She later advocated for employees at boutique plaintiffs’ firms, focusing on workplace fairness and employment rights. Transitioning to a national defense firm, Alison now represents employers and individuals through all litigation stages. This breadth of experience, representing both plaintiffs and defendants, gives her a balanced perspective and deep insight into the legal and strategic considerations her clients face.

Honors

• Rising Star, California Super Lawyers, 2015-2020
• Top Attorney, San Diego Daily Transcript

Professional

• Member, California State Bar Association

Community

Alison has a deep passion for giving back to the community and provides legal assistance to the most vulnerable members through her volunteer efforts. She supports the Sojourn Legal Clinic and the Domestic Violence Project, a Los Angeles-based domestic violence outreach non-profit. Notably, Alison is the recipient of the Wiley W. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services.

When Alison is not practicing law, she spends her time traveling. On the weekends, she enjoys hiking, running 5K races, and all wellness-based activities. A fun fact about Alison is that she competed in the Miss Italia America Pageant and was a top-place finisher.