Arthur F. "Art" Silbergeld

Arthur F. "Art" Silbergeld: Leading Employment Law Attorney in Southern California

Arthur Silbergeld is a highly respected and experienced partner at Dickstein Shapiro, specializing in employment law defense. Recognized annually as one of California’s top employment litigators, Mr. Silbergeld offers unparalleled legal counsel to major and mid-sized companies facing complex employment disputes. With over a century of combined experience represented by his team, he consistently delivers strategic, aggressive, and effective representation to protect his clients’ interests. He’s a true trial lawyer, having defended employers in over 100 trials – including extensive wage class actions – across federal and state courts and arbitrations throughout California.

Mr. Silbergeld's expertise spans a comprehensive range of employment law matters, providing critical legal support across industries. He advises clients on all aspects of wage and hour compliance, equal opportunity employment, wrongful termination, harassment, disability discrimination, labor relations, and occupational safety and health issues. His deep understanding extends to critical areas like drug testing, mergers and acquisitions, workforce reductions, and leave of absence management, alongside sophisticated legal support concerning Sarbanes-Oxley regulations and trade secrets protection. He’s a dedicated advocate, consistently safeguarding companies from costly litigation and regulatory scrutiny.

Beyond his courtroom successes, Mr. Silbergeld is deeply involved in the legal community. He frequently conducts vital training sessions for supervisors on personnel compliance, harassment prevention, anti-discrimination policies, and union avoidance strategies. His commitment to legal education is further evidenced by his past teaching roles in federal and California wage and hour laws and leave of absence regulations. Mr. Silbergeld's dedication to proactive legal guidance minimizes risk and ensures compliance for his clients.

A recognized authority in the field, Mr. Silbergeld’s contributions extend to legal publishing and professional organizations. He is the class action editor of Bender’s California Labor & Employment Bulletin, a chapter editor for The Developing Labor Law, and has recently completed the third edition of *Doing Business in California: An Employment Law Handbook*. He is a fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, a member of the American Employment Law Council, and currently serves on the executive committee of the California Committee South of Human Rights Watch. His past leadership roles include being a past trustee of the Los Angeles County Bar Association and chair of the 1,200-member Labor and Employment Law Section of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, a position he held since 1981. Furthermore, he’s a charter member and past officer of the Association of Workplace Investigators, Inc., consistently demonstrating a commitment to best practices and ethical legal conduct.

Mr. Silbergeld's impact on the legal landscape is undeniable. He was named one of the top employment lawyers in California by the Los Angeles Daily Journal and recognized in *The Best Lawyers in America* in 2011 and 2012. He’s consistently recognized by Super Lawyers since 2005, further solidifying his reputation as a leading legal strategist. His extensive experience and dedication have earned him numerous accolades, including recognition from Southern California Super Lawyers and inclusion in *The Best Attorney USA* since 2011. His consistent performance speaks to his skill and commitment to his clients.

Practice Areas:

• Employment Law - Management
• Labor Law - Management
• Litigation - Labor and Employment

Awards & Recognition:

• Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2011
• Recognized in Best Lawyers in America
• Los Angeles Daily Journal Top Labor & Employment Lawyers (2011, 2012)
• Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel Edition
• Top Attorney in Corporate Litigation
• Southern California Super Lawyers
• The Best Lawyers in America

Affiliations:

• College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
• American Employment Law Council
• California Committee South of Human Rights Watch (Executive Committee Member)
• Los Angeles County Bar Association (Past Trustee & Chair of Labor & Employment Law Section - Since 1981)
• Association of Workplace Investigators, Inc. (Charter Member & Past Officer)

Education & Credentials:

• Bar Admissions: California State Bar
• Legal Expertise: Wage and Hour Class Actions, Equal Opportunity Employment, Wrongful Termination, Harassment, Disability Discrimination, Labor Relations, Occupational Safety and Health, Trade Secrets, Mergers & Acquisitions, Workforce Reductions, Leave of Absence, Drug Testing, Sarbanes-Oxley
• Leadership & Recognition: Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, Recognized by Super Lawyers each year since 2005, Recognized in Best Lawyers in America