Employment Law and Injury Firm
You're Not Alone: Personalized Support in Employment and Personal Injury Cases
Seeking Justice on your Behalf
We understand that bringing a lawsuit is a difficult decision, and we will be here for you every step of the way. We specialize in employment cases and personal injury cases on behalf of individuals. Our Attorneys have 90 years of experience in these areas. We have a deep understanding of the complexities of these cases, and we bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to each case. Our team of attorneys not only possess a thorough understanding of the law but also demonstrate the tenacity and dedication required to secure successful outcomes for our clients. We have successfully sued some of the largest companies in the world.
Practice Areas
WRONGFUL
TERMINATION
We represent employees fired illegally, and hold employers accountable.
DISABILITY / FAILURE
TO ACCOMMODATE
We fight for fair accommodations and uphold disability rights.
Whistleblower Protection
We represent whistleblowers who shine the light on corporate wrong doing.
RACE / ETHNICITY /
RELIGION
We represent employees who have been mistreated due to their race, ethnicity, religion or birth place.
Wage and Hour Violations
We ensure workers get fair pay and hold employers accountable for wage violations.
PREGNANCY
DISCRIMINATION
We protect pregnant workers from unfair treatment and discrimination.
Gender Discrimination
We advocate for equality in the workplace, protecting against discrimination.
SEXUAL
HARRASMENT
We stand up against workplace harassment, ensuring every employee feels safe and respected.
The Team
PARTNER
Michael F. Baltaxe
Mr. Baltaxe is a trial lawyer with substantial experience handling employment, personal injury, and civil rights cases. He has handled hundreds of employment cases, including race and gender discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, disability discrimination, whistleblowing, and wage-and-hour violations. He has received several multimillion jury verdicts in employment cases. Mr. Baltaxe is a lecturer on employment trial practice, and has been recognized as a Super Lawyer in Plaintiffs’ Employment Law, since 2011. Furthermore, Mr. Baltaxe is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), one of the highest distinctions a trial lawyer can achieve. Mr. Baltaxe is also a teacher at California Employment Lawyers Association trial college.
PARTNER
Timothy B. Sottile
Mr. Sottile has practiced civil litigation since 1986. He has focused on employment law since 1994. Mr. Sottile has tried approximately 30 cases to verdict, including several lengthy trials resulting in seven and eight-figure verdicts. He has handled over 500 employment cases, including age, race, gender, and disability discrimination, wrongful termination, whistleblower, and wage-and-hour cases. He served as Law Clerk in the U.S. District Court, Central District of California and litigated financial, entertainment industry and police liability cases before focusing on employment law. He is a long time member of the California Employment Lawyers Association and has served as an instructor at its annual Trial College. He was formerly a member of Executive Committee of the California Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Section and has been recognized as a Super Lawyer since 2016. He is also a member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and serves on the Board of Governors for the Italian American Lawyers Association.
PARTNER
Timothy B. Sottile
Mr. Sottile has practiced civil litigation since 1986. He has focused on employment law since 1994. Mr. Sottile has tried approximately 30 cases to verdict, including several lengthy trials resulting in seven and eight-figure verdicts. He has handled over 500 employment cases, including age, race, gender, and disability discrimination, wrongful termination, whistleblower, and wage-and-hour cases. He served as Law Clerk in the U.S. District Court, Central District of California and litigated financial, entertainment industry and police liability cases before focusing on employment law. He is a long time member of the California Employment Lawyers Association and has served as an instructor at its annual Trial College. He was formerly a member of Executive Committee of the California Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Section and has been recognized as a Super Lawyer since 2016. He is also a member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and serves on the Board of Governors for the Italian American Lawyers Association.
A Few Words from Our Clients:
Excellent Professional Legal Team
Sottile-Baltaxe Law is exceptionally hands-on, reassuring, articulate, and knowledgeable. Sottile-Baltaxe handles every concern with great care and professionalism. They’re quick to respond to any questions that may come up to place your mind at ease. I felt very comfortable throughout my engagement with their team. I highly recommend Sottile-Baltaxe if you’re looking for an excellent professional, no-nonsense legal team that gets the job done.
Outstanding knowledge, skills and attitude
High praise for attorneys is rare- but Mr. Baltaxe stands apart from the Southern California legal community in many meaningful ways. His personal attention and professionalism make it easy to say that he is one of the most noteworthy lawyers in his field. It was refreshing and encouraging to work with Mr. Baltaxe as he made navigating my arbitration as easy as possible. Mr. Baltaxe and his team provided top-notch service, demonstrating professionalism and personal attention to all details related to my case. I highly recommend Mr. Baltaxe and his team.
Thank you!!!!
I can not thank this law firm and the team of people they have in the office enough for everything they did for me. They made me feel safe and comfortable through everything. They listened to every concern, and everything else I had to say. They helped me feel confident in something I’ve never had to handle before. They answered every question and explained everything in a way I could understand and were 110% honest with me. I found hope again. I will recommend them to anyone and everyone.
Responsiveness
It is the very beginning of our collaboration, however I have already noticed their professional prowess! …to be continued with the announcement of a great win! I am sure that I am at the right place with the best professionals!
Professionalism
I can not thank this law firm and the team of people they have in the office enough for everything they did for me. They made me feel safe and comfortable through everything. They listened to every concern, and everything else I had to say. They helped me feel confident in something I’ve never had to handle before.
Quality
I not only recommend Mr. Baltaxe and his team, but I guarantee once you have used his services you too will look no further. When you are in distress, it is difficult to think clearly and make good decisions. He was reassuring, articulate, and knowledgeable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get started?
Contact us via phone or click to submit info. We will have you answer a questionnaire and may request documents relevant to your case. The next step will be a Zoom or in-person meeting with the lawyers, if appropriate.
How does the firm get paid?
The firm represents clients on a contingent fee basis, we only get paid if we are successful. If we are successful we will be paid a percentage of the recovery. In the event there is no recovery, no fees are owed to us. Litigation costs are generally advanced by us during the case and reimbursed out of the settlement or judgment at the end of the case as well. They are separate from the legal fees owed.
How long does the process take?
The litigation process usually takes 1-2 years, although it can be longer or shorter, depending on various factors. This generally depends on the type of case and is mostly controlled by the court’s schedule.