team-member

Cynthia Shaiman Bamforth

Pasadena, CA

Licensed for 25 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Litigation

Language

English

About

Ms. Bamforth, a partner at Bowles Law, has a strong skill set and extensive experience in California employment law issues including harassment prevention training, employee handbook compliance, wages (including overtime), meal and rest breaks, leaves of absence, and terminations.Prior to joining Bowles Law, Ms. Bamforth served as in-house counsel for a group of affiliated businesses supervising all legal affairs business- and employment-related litigation.Ms. Bamforth is dedicated to helping companies develop sound employment practices for secure growth, through education and counseling. She is known for her exceptional communication skills and ability to defuse potentially explosive situations in the workplace.Ms. Bamforth received her Bachelor of Arts in government from Wesleyan University and her J.D. degree magna cum laude from Seattle University Law School. She also served as Associate Editor for the Seattle University Law Review.Raised amid a family of lawyers, Ms. Bamforth also employs her legal skills in pro bono work for a number of social betterment groups.EDUCATION:MEMBERSHIPS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE:MEDIA MENTIONS:“Lawyers See New Lawsuit Boom In Unpaid Texting,” July 29, 2010 Los Angeles Daily Journal“Company Bullies May Get Their Due in Court with New Laws,” August 16, 2010, Los Angeles Daily Journal“After Hollywood sexual harassment scandals, they were spurred to action. Now there’s a help line to report abuse and get legal support,” Women in Film LA’s panel discussion on sexual harassment, December 4, 2017, Los Angeles Times“What Women in Film is Doing About Sexual Harassment in the Entertainment Industry,” November 30, 2017, The Hollywood Reporter“Heather Graham Wants Sexual Harassers to Seek Treatment: ‘We’re Doing Them a Favor,’” November 29, 2017, Variety“Powerful Women Gather for Panel to Help Victims of Sexual Abuse,” December 12, 2017, New York Minute Mag“Hollywood Morality Clauses,” February 7, 2018, radio interview on 89.3 KPCC’s The Frame 

Practices Areas

Litigation

Employment and labor

Language

English

Contact

Law Offices of Timothy BowlesOne South Fair Oaks Avenue Suite 301Pasadena, CA, 91105

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
April 3, 2015

I felt very well guided through the legal situation I needed to handle. Each time I have talked with Ms. Bamforth, I know that I am going to get the best advice for my situation. She takes the burden off me and gives me the confidence that everything will work out well. We have worked together for a few years now and every time I need her help I am confident I will get what I need. And I do!!!! Thanks.

Sherri
September 17, 2014

I worked closely with Cindy on several sensitive and potentially expensive employment disputes. In each case, Cindy was spot on with her strategy and thorough in her follow through and documentation. The outcomes were better than expected in each matter.

DK and DC
September 15, 2014

Cindy is absolutely amazing! She is very professional, yet friendly and personable. She made us feel comfortable immediately, and she is very easy to work with. Her communication skills are outstanding, as is her follow through. She is very knowledgeable, and presents information in a way that is easy for the layperson to understand. She has given us general advice and training, and then recently helped us to resolve a potentially problematic employee matter in a way that was beneficial to all parties. We were very pleased with the outcome, and the speed and professionalism with which she handled the matter. We feel that we get the expertise of a "big firm lawyer" with the personal service of a "sole practitioner". We have found in Cindy an attorney with the integrity and professionalism of the highest standard. The firm also has a wonderful support staff, which adds to the effectiveness of the overall service. We look forward to a productive, ongoing relationship with Cindy.

anonymous
July 10, 2014

I received the legal papers we needed, all were in order and very easy to understand. I expected to spend forever getting through this package but they were so clear and neat it was done in a few hours. She also sent a detailed letter that then explained each document and what it was for. In addition, then referenced me on where to go for additional information I might need, just in case. This is 5 Star service. I would recommend this Lawyer to everybody. Thank you, MD

Lisa
July 23, 2010

Cindy has assisted our company with several tenuous business situations relating to personnel issues. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable but her follow up is impeccable. Personally I've found Cindy to be friendly, helpful and a great communicator.

Mark
February 15, 2010

I was a bit in over my head on a situation with 2 employees. It was pretty complicated in my eyes and I felt professional help was needed. I contacted a law firm and Cindy was assigned to help me. Cindy was fantastic. She was very calming, certain, and provided me with the stability that I needed. To get straight to the results, I have total confidence that this situation was appropriately and thoroughly addressed to the satisfaction of all parties involved. ...and is over.

anonymous
April 3, 2015

I felt very well guided through the legal situation I needed to handle. Each time I have talked with Ms. Bamforth, I know that I am going to get the best advice for my situation. She takes the burden off me and gives me the confidence that everything will work out well. We have worked together for a few years now and every time I need her help I am confident I will get what I need. And I do!!!! Thanks.

Sherri
September 17, 2014

I worked closely with Cindy on several sensitive and potentially expensive employment disputes. In each case, Cindy was spot on with her strategy and thorough in her follow through and documentation. The outcomes were better than expected in each matter.

DK and DC
September 15, 2014

Cindy is absolutely amazing! She is very professional, yet friendly and personable. She made us feel comfortable immediately, and she is very easy to work with. Her communication skills are outstanding, as is her follow through. She is very knowledgeable, and presents information in a way that is easy for the layperson to understand. She has given us general advice and training, and then recently helped us to resolve a potentially problematic employee matter in a way that was beneficial to all parties. We were very pleased with the outcome, and the speed and professionalism with which she handled the matter. We feel that we get the expertise of a "big firm lawyer" with the personal service of a "sole practitioner". We have found in Cindy an attorney with the integrity and professionalism of the highest standard. The firm also has a wonderful support staff, which adds to the effectiveness of the overall service. We look forward to a productive, ongoing relationship with Cindy.

anonymous
July 10, 2014

I received the legal papers we needed, all were in order and very easy to understand. I expected to spend forever getting through this package but they were so clear and neat it was done in a few hours. She also sent a detailed letter that then explained each document and what it was for. In addition, then referenced me on where to go for additional information I might need, just in case. This is 5 Star service. I would recommend this Lawyer to everybody. Thank you, MD

Lisa
July 23, 2010

Cindy has assisted our company with several tenuous business situations relating to personnel issues. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable but her follow up is impeccable. Personally I've found Cindy to be friendly, helpful and a great communicator.

Mark
February 15, 2010

I was a bit in over my head on a situation with 2 employees. It was pretty complicated in my eyes and I felt professional help was needed. I contacted a law firm and Cindy was assigned to help me. Cindy was fantastic. She was very calming, certain, and provided me with the stability that I needed. To get straight to the results, I have total confidence that this situation was appropriately and thoroughly addressed to the satisfaction of all parties involved. ...and is over.