LOS ANGELES, Ca. (July 30, 2025) — Lathrop GPM is honored to announce that Laura Reathaford, Partner in Charge of the firm’s Los Angeles office and an accomplished employment litigator, has been named to the Daily Journal’s prestigious list of Top Labor & Employment Lawyers for 2025.
This annual honor recognizes California’s most influential attorneys who have made significant contributions to the field of labor and employment law. Laura’s inclusion reflects her exceptional track record in high-stakes litigation, particularly in wage and hour class actions and representative actions under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
Widely respected for her strategic litigation approach and staunch advocacy for employers, Laura has successfully defended hundreds of complex employment cases across a range of industries. Her work has helped shape the legal landscape for California employers, and she is frequently called upon by clients and colleagues for her experience and practical, strategic approach. Laura’s impressive record litigating hundreds of wage and hour and PAGA actions has earned the respect of opposing counsel, courts and clients around the country.
In addition to her litigation success, Laura is a recognized thought leader in employment law. She is regularly sought after by media outlets for her insights on emerging labor and employment issues and is frequently published in leading legal and trade publications.
Learn more about the Top Labor & Employment Lawyers list and read Laura’s profile here: Top Labor & Employment Lawyers 2025 [subscription required].