Stacey E. James

Stacey E. James

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013
Awarded Practice Areas
Employment Law - Management
Awarded Practice Areas
Employment Law - Management
Stacey E. James
Stacey E. James
San Diego, CA
Works at
Littler

253 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Stacey E. James has practiced exclusively in the field of labor and employment law, with an emphasis on advising management on:

  • Wage and hour matters
  • Employee discipline and termination
  • Leave of absence and disability accommodation situations
  • Employment policies and procedures
  • Employee benefits
  • Fair employment practices

    Stacey has extensive experience defending employers in class actions and related matters in state and federal court and before numerous state and federal administrative agencies. Specifically, she handles claims of:

    • Discrimination
    • Harassment
    • Retaliation
    • Wrongful termination
    • Breach of contract
    • Defamation
    • Invasion of privacy
    • Workplace violence
    • Overtime and other wage and hour issues

      Additionally, Stacey is a published author and frequent lecturer for universities and employer organizations. Prior to attending law school, she worked in human resources and payroll. She is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources.

Works at
Littler

253 Best Lawyers awards

Littler logo

Locations

Education

  • University of San Diego, J.D., graduated 1996
  • San Diego State University, BS

Bar Admissions

  • California, The State Bar of California

Affiliations

  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Mama's Kitchen - Board member / former president

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Employment Law - Management
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Labor Law - Management

Case History

Cases
  • Other Court Admissions
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
  • U.S. District Court, Central District of California
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of California

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