What does a sexual discrimination lawyer handle?

Sex and gender discrimination under FEHA and Title VII—including unequal pay, pregnancy-related bias, promotion denials, and other workplace inequality—often alongside sexual harassment when the facts overlap.

Is sexual discrimination the same as sexual harassment?

Related but different. Discrimination is unequal treatment because of sex/gender; harassment is unwelcome sex-based conduct. Many cases involve both—see our sexual harassment and gender discrimination pages.

Firm Home · Practice areas

Sexual Discrimination Lawyer

Sex-based mistreatment in hiring, pay, promotion, discipline, or termination—including related reproductive-health discrimination theories where pled.

In plain terms

California forbids treating workers worse because of sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions. In court the fight is often whether gender played a real role in the decision—not whether the company could point to any business reason at all. Harassment or unequal-pay theories sometimes ride along with discrimination claims when the facts support them.

Related practice areas

Cities we serve

All locations · All practice areas

Frequently asked questions

What does a sexual discrimination lawyer handle?: Sex and gender discrimination under FEHA and Title VII—including unequal pay, pregnancy-related bias, promotion denials, and other workplace inequality—often alongside sexual harassment when the facts overlap.
Is sexual discrimination the same as sexual harassment?: Related but different. Discrimination is unequal treatment because of sex/gender; harassment is unwelcome sex-based conduct. Many cases involve both—see our sexual harassment and gender discrimination pages.

Call (800) 566-4868 Contact Us

Common questions

Answers we give on every page before you call. More detail is on our full FAQ page.

Do I have a case?

If you faced discrimination, harassment, retaliation, unpaid wages, wrongful termination, leave denial, or a refused disability accommodation, you may have claims. Whether your facts support a case depends on the evidence, deadlines, and applicable law—we evaluate that in consultation.

How much does it cost?

Initial consultations are typically free. If we take the matter, fees are usually explained in a written agreement before you hire us. Many employment cases are handled on contingency (see below).

Do you work on contingency?

In many employment matters, yes—attorney fees may be collected only if there is a recovery, subject to a signed fee agreement. Costs and fee arrangements can vary by case type; we confirm the terms up front.

How long will my case take?

Some matters resolve in months; contested lawsuits can take a year or longer through discovery, mediation, arbitration, or trial. Timing depends on the claims, court or arbitrator calendars, and whether the other side fights. See how long employment lawsuits take.

What should I bring?

Bring or upload what you have: a short timeline, pay stubs or time records, emails and texts, write-ups or reviews, medical or leave paperwork, and the names of witnesses or managers. See our documentation guide.

Free consultation?

Yes—initial consultations are typically free and confidential. Contacting us does not create an attorney–client relationship until there is a signed written agreement.

What happens after I contact you?

Our intake team reviews what you send, follows up if we need more detail, and screens deadlines and claim types. If the matter may be a fit, we schedule a consultation to discuss options, risks, and next steps—or we let you know promptly if we cannot help.