team-member

Erin R Mindoro

Lake Forest, CA

Licensed for 14 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and Family

Language

English

About

Erin Mindoro Ezra is the managing partner of Berger Kahn’s South Orange County office. She focuses her practice on insurance coverage and labor and employment.Erin has successfully represented clients in wage and hour disputes, sexual harassment, discrimination, accommodation, retaliation, and other employment disputes.In addition to litigation, Erin also works with business owners, managers, and human resource departments to help ensure sound practices that prevent employment litigation and minimize workplace disputes. She has also worked with employment contracts and developing personnel policies to ensure legal compliance.With both a JD and MBA degree, Erin excels in dealing with the complex legal issues juxtaposed against the practical realities today’s California businesses face.Erin has garnered recognition from Super Lawyers Rising Stars to the lists of “Up-and-Coming 25: Orange County Rising Stars,” “Up-and-Coming 100: Southern California Rising Stars,” and “Up-and-Coming 50: Women Southern California Rising Stars.” In addition, Erin has been selected to the Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” from 2013-present, “Top Women Attorneys in Southern California” in 2013-present, and is an Avvo Clients’ Choice awardee in 2014 for her glowing client reviews and a perfect “10” rating.Before joining Berger Kahn, Erin was an associate at O’Connell and Aronowitz in the firm’s Plattsburgh, New York office, where her practice concentrated on litigation.In her practice, Erin has successfully handled appeals, including published opinions in Bourdeau Bros., Inc. v. Bennett, 74 A.D.3d 1542 (3rd Dep’t 2010), McCormick v. Bechtol, 68 A.D.3d 1376 (3rd Dep’t 2009), and Klotz v. Warick, 53 A.D.3d 976 (3rd Dep’t 2008).Known for her insightful legal commentary, Erin is frequently published in top legal publications, including Law360, the Daily Journal, O.C. Lawyer and other leading legal and HR publications. Some of Erin’s employment publications include:“Job Applicant Background Check Basics for Employers”Women on Business – November 23, 2015“Simplifying Background ChecksHRM America – November 11, 2015“4 C’s to Correctly Classifying Independent Contractors”Women on Business – August 3, 2015“Are Nail Salons Lousy with the Law?Daily Journal – June 20, 2015“Taking a Pregnant Pause: Potential Pitfalls in Applying the Business Judgment Rule and the Mixed Motive Defense in Employment Cases”O.C. Lawyer – October 1, 2014“Don’t Get Hit by an Employment Lawsuit”Nails Magazine – August 2014“Thinking Outside the Checked Box: Six Legal Tips to Get More Out of Your Employment Application”You The Entrepreneur – August 7, 2014“Mixed Emotions on the Mixed Motive Defense”Law360 – May 18, 2014“Nailing Down Independent Contractor Status”HG Legal ResourcesErin is committed to excellence in the legal profession and community service, frequently serving the Orange County legal community through her nonprofit board memberships and volunteer service.

Practices Areas

Employment and labor

Language

English

Contact

Berger Kahn - South Orange County Office1 Spectrum Pointe Drive, Suite 340Lake Forest, CA, 92630

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Reviews

graham
November 30, 2015

I was very impressed with Ms. Mindora's handing of this case. She was well prepared and knowledgeable in this area of law. Ms. Mindora was pragmatic while offering a variety of options. She presented herself in a professional manner to the Labor Commissioner, demonstrating her familiarity with the details of this area of litigation. Lastly, the counselor was readily available and promptly returned calls. I would highly recommend this attorney. comm

Ellen Mondares
December 31, 2014

Erin was very helpful and kept me informed during the whole process. She was able to give me the result i needed in a timely manner. I would highly recommend her .

Tom
December 21, 2014

I was attempting to return to work after a year long medical leave due to the loss of an eye and somewhat compromised vision in the other (not work related). The company was very literally interpreting - and on some points misinterpreting - the doctor’s note regarding my ability to work safely. My one and only meeting with them resulted in me being “handshaked” out of the company with a woeful attempt at determining essential job functions or any reasonable accommodations whatsoever. The inter-active form used during the meeting was signed (not by me) and sent off to personnel. I could never return to my former job. At this point I sought legal counsel from Erin Mindoro. Erin’s approach was to not create barriers to communication, or make demands or accusations, but to encourage my employer and me to work with each other for an agreeable result. The letter she sent to my employer was to remind them of their obligation to explore all reasonable accommodations and ways to return me to my former job; a very polite, professional, reminder. I wasn't sure how this letter would be taken by the company but the effect ended up being amazing. All of the sudden there was a second meeting, the signed inter-active form got rolled back, there was a clarification of the doctor’s note, and they brought in a professional to do an essential job function analysis. That’s a lot to get from a single letter. There’s no way I could have done that on my own. I think Erin’s approach is a testament to her experience – it has really kept the process moving. This case is ongoing and Erin and I have communicated on numerous occasions. She is very personable and immediately responsive to any calls, emails, or texts. From my experience with her as my legal counsel, she is very knowledgeable in her field of practice. I would certainly and highly recommend Erin Mindoro for any employment or labor issues. As a note: Although I did not know Erin personally prior to my case, my son takes piano lessons from her mom and that’s how we came in contact. I also have several friends who know her and will, at anytime, give personal assurance to Erin’s integrity and character.

Stacy
December 9, 2014

Erin is a sensational attorney, quick to respond to any questions I had, advice given was always in my best interest, very knowledgeable about employment law. I would recommend Erin to anyone looking for an attorney, she is amazing!

Bob
August 21, 2014

Erin has worked tirelessly with me to resolve issues of denial of payment from my longterm disability company. She never gives up, communicates consistently, and is a professional in the truest sense of the word- a skilled expert in these matters.

Tom
August 19, 2014

I contacted her firm and Erin took care of my case (disability policy). She kept me up to date on the details, was able to get help in her office when she needed it from other lawyers, and showed genuine concern for the case. I would return again without hesitating, and recommend her and her office to my friends and family.

graham
November 30, 2015

I was very impressed with Ms. Mindora's handing of this case. She was well prepared and knowledgeable in this area of law. Ms. Mindora was pragmatic while offering a variety of options. She presented herself in a professional manner to the Labor Commissioner, demonstrating her familiarity with the details of this area of litigation. Lastly, the counselor was readily available and promptly returned calls. I would highly recommend this attorney. comm

Ellen Mondares
December 31, 2014

Erin was very helpful and kept me informed during the whole process. She was able to give me the result i needed in a timely manner. I would highly recommend her .

Tom
December 21, 2014

I was attempting to return to work after a year long medical leave due to the loss of an eye and somewhat compromised vision in the other (not work related). The company was very literally interpreting - and on some points misinterpreting - the doctor’s note regarding my ability to work safely. My one and only meeting with them resulted in me being “handshaked” out of the company with a woeful attempt at determining essential job functions or any reasonable accommodations whatsoever. The inter-active form used during the meeting was signed (not by me) and sent off to personnel. I could never return to my former job. At this point I sought legal counsel from Erin Mindoro. Erin’s approach was to not create barriers to communication, or make demands or accusations, but to encourage my employer and me to work with each other for an agreeable result. The letter she sent to my employer was to remind them of their obligation to explore all reasonable accommodations and ways to return me to my former job; a very polite, professional, reminder. I wasn't sure how this letter would be taken by the company but the effect ended up being amazing. All of the sudden there was a second meeting, the signed inter-active form got rolled back, there was a clarification of the doctor’s note, and they brought in a professional to do an essential job function analysis. That’s a lot to get from a single letter. There’s no way I could have done that on my own. I think Erin’s approach is a testament to her experience – it has really kept the process moving. This case is ongoing and Erin and I have communicated on numerous occasions. She is very personable and immediately responsive to any calls, emails, or texts. From my experience with her as my legal counsel, she is very knowledgeable in her field of practice. I would certainly and highly recommend Erin Mindoro for any employment or labor issues. As a note: Although I did not know Erin personally prior to my case, my son takes piano lessons from her mom and that’s how we came in contact. I also have several friends who know her and will, at anytime, give personal assurance to Erin’s integrity and character.

Stacy
December 9, 2014

Erin is a sensational attorney, quick to respond to any questions I had, advice given was always in my best interest, very knowledgeable about employment law. I would recommend Erin to anyone looking for an attorney, she is amazing!

Bob
August 21, 2014

Erin has worked tirelessly with me to resolve issues of denial of payment from my longterm disability company. She never gives up, communicates consistently, and is a professional in the truest sense of the word- a skilled expert in these matters.

Tom
August 19, 2014

I contacted her firm and Erin took care of my case (disability policy). She kept me up to date on the details, was able to get help in her office when she needed it from other lawyers, and showed genuine concern for the case. I would return again without hesitating, and recommend her and her office to my friends and family.