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Jeffrey W. Cowan
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Jeffrey W. Cowan

5.0
20 reviews

9301 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 609, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Business Litigation, Employment Litigation, Employment Law and 24 more

About Jeffrey W. Cowan

Member, Moot Court Honors Program, 1989-1990; 1991 Constitutional Law teaching assistant to Prof. Jonathan Varat. Recipient, New York Times Guild Merit Scholarship. Judge Pro Tem, Los Angeles Superior Court, 1998—. 9th Circuit Reporter, ABA Employment and Labor Law Section. Arbitrator, State Bar of California Fee Arbitration Program. Author, Articles: "How To Get Paid When The Client Cancels," Genii, The Conjurors' Magazine, Volume 56, No. 5, March 1993.

 

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Jeffrey W. Cowan got this award in 2021

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Labor and Employment
Posted by Glenn
March 29, 2025
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I was dealing with a problematic situation at work that our employer put me in. I was basically being told this is how we're going to do things from now on. It didn't feel right and it was resulting in making a working condition worse. On a hunch, I reached out to the Cowan Law Firm and wound up speaking to Jeffrey Cowan. Not only was he able to advise me in how to proceed in a talk with my employer, he also gave me the information on a California law that strengthened my position. The meeting I had with my employer was respectful and productive which resulted in completely resolving my workplace problem. I am absolutely certain, none of this would have been possible without his help and guidance...but I also I felt confident that I was in good hands if I wound up needing to be represented by Jeffrey Cowan. I highly recommend The Cowan Law Firm.

 
Labor and Employment
Posted by Olha
June 22, 2023
Hired Attorney

A friend of mine reached out for legal advice regarding employment loss and, while I am an attorney, I do not practice employment law. I referred my friend to a trusted employment lawyer, Jeffrey Cowan. Jeffrey took an objective and level approach to the situation and helped generate a perspective which could be used to counter the severance offer my friend initially received. In the end, Jeffrey's advice tempered the standard reflex to employment loss and laid the framework for appealing to the employer rather than reacting. As a result, the former employer increased the severance offer. I plan to continue referring anyone in need of employment law advice to Jeffrey, knowing that his deep knowledge of the legal space and strategic support for his clients is top tier and and will yield the best possible result.

 
Wrongful Termination
Posted by Jessica
December 29, 2022
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It is refreshing to work with someone who makes you feel at ease while also providing you the leadership, answers and framework of knowledge to make the right decisions. Jeffrey has a unique approach to his work; he actually talks to you and not at you. Wise counsel is the best way to put it. More importantly, Jeffrey works in partnership with you – giving me equal say and making it an important part of the decision making.” Jeffrey is very commanding, when you are in an adversarial situation, he brings a very intimidating presence that gives me great comfort and confidence. He had excellent communication- he responded to emails and phone calls promptly. He explained everything in an easy to understand manner and was very thorough with reviewing documents and records - making it a point to be knowledgeable about my condition. Above all, being a realist, I appreciated his honesty. I couldn't have made it through the lawsuit without him. I would definitely recommend Jeffrey.

 
Labor and Employment
Posted by Andrew
October 21, 2021
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I could not be more happy with Jeffrey Cowan and Kris Tayyeb's work on my case at The Cowan Law Firm. Throughout the entire process, they were clear, communicative, and collaborative with me and what my goals in the case were. Jeffrey and Kris also achieved a result that was far beyond my expectations. I recommend them highly.

Employment Contracts
Posted by Justin
May 31, 2021
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After searching and having initial consultations with a number of lawyers to find one to review a severance offer and circumstances surrounding my layoff by a former employer I came across The Cowan Law Firm. From the initial contact to all the communication we had after deciding to retain them for my legal needs they have always been responsive, informative, and professional. Jeffrey Cowan and his team have always struck me as being trustworthy and down to earth as well as willing to listen to questions and concerns I may have had and provided suggestions based on their expansive experience. There is no firm that I could recommend more highly than The Cowan Law Firm for legal needs regarding employment law.

 
Labor and Employment
Posted by anonymous
December 22, 2019
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Jeffrey Cowan is a super smart, hard-working business/employment trial lawyer who has helped me immensely. Jeffrey is a walking encyclopedia and definitely has his client’s back through thick and thin. He was always there for me; got me the results I needed; and makes you feel like you’re the most important client he has. Wrote great letters and arguments. Very smart legal mind. Highly recommend.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Business Law 1
    • Business Litigation
  • Labor and Employment 7
    • Employment Litigation
    • Employment Law
    • Sexual Harassment
    • Wage and Hour Law
    • Wrongful Termination
    • Whistleblower Litigation
    • Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Litigation 3
    • Entertainment Litigation
    • Civil Litigation
    • Estate Litigation
  • Civil Rights 1
    • Discrimination
  • Elder Law
  • Commercial Law 1
    • Commercial Litigation
  • Consumer Law
  • Class Actions
  • Contracts 2
    • Breach of Contract
    • Employment Contracts
  • Entertainment Law
  • Personal Injury 1
    • Sexual Abuse
  • Intellectual Property 1
    • Trade Secrets
  • Unfair Competition
  • Communications and Media 2
    • Libel and Slander
    • Defamation

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates: $250 - $600/hr
    Contingency Fee: 33% - 45%
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    The Cowan Law Firm
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Kim v. J.F. Enterprises, 42 Cal.App. 4th 849 (1996).
  • Additional Links
    http://www.cowan-law.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1992, California
    1993, District of Columbia
    Memberships
    Los Angeles County Bar Association (Trial Advocacy Program, 2001 (Ventura County District Attorney) and 2004 (Los Angeles City Attorney))
    American Bar Association
    State Bar of California
    The District of Columbia Bar.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of California at Los Angeles
    Class of 1991
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Cornell University
    Class of 1986
    B.A.
    History

    Cornell University
    Class of 1986
    B.A.
    cum laude

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Jeffrey W. Cowan was admitted in 1992 to the State of California.
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    Yes, Jeffrey W. Cowan is admitted to practice in California and District of Columbia.
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    Jeffrey W. Cowan attended University of California at Los Angeles.

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