Overview

Greenberg Gross LLP is a trial and litigation law firm headquartered in Costa Mesa, California, that represents clients in high-stakes employment law, sexual abuse, and elder abuse cases. Founded in 2013 by Alan Greenberg and Wayne Gross, who came from a global law firm, Greenberg Gross has thirteen offices across seven states and is a firm of choice for significant matters that other firms often refer out. Client focused and trial tested, the firm prepares every case as if it will go to trial.

Employment law. Employment law is the core of the Greenberg Gross practice. The firm's employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, gender discrimination, pregnancy discrimination, racial discrimination, workplace harassment, workplace sexual assault, whistleblower retaliation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) cases, and handle employment litigation through trial.

Sexual abuse. Greenberg Gross sexual abuse lawyers represent survivors of adult sexual abuse and child sexual abuse in civil cases against the individuals and institutions responsible.

Elder abuse. Greenberg Gross elder abuse lawyers represent older adults and their families in cases involving elder abuse, nursing home abuse, nursing home sexual abuse, nursing home fall injuries, and bed sores.

Recognition. Greenberg Gross attorneys have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Other honors include Super Lawyers, an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell, membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), and Daily Journal Top 100, Top Plaintiff, and Top Labor & Employment recognition. The firm's attorneys have been featured on NBC, Fox, ABC, and CBS.

Offices. Greenberg Gross has offices in Costa Mesa (headquarters), Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Reno, New York, Buffalo, Newark, Boston, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Chicago. Consultations are free, and the firm is available 24/7. Learn more at ggtriallaw.com.

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Practice Areas:
13
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
3

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Tier
2
National Ranking
Commercial Litigation

Regional

Los Angeles

Tier
1
Los Angeles
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
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1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Tier
3
Los Angeles
Appellate Practice

Orange County

Tier
1
Orange County
Litigation - Banking and Finance
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1
Orange County
Litigation - Bankruptcy

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Tier
2
National Ranking
Commercial Litigation

Regional

Los Angeles

Tier
1
Los Angeles
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Tier
3
Los Angeles
Appellate Practice

Orange County

Tier
1
Orange County
Litigation - Banking and Finance
Tier
1
Orange County
Litigation - Bankruptcy
Tier
1
Orange County
Litigation - Real Estate
Tier
1
Orange County
Litigation - Securities
Tier
2
Orange County
Commercial Litigation

Practice Areas

Greenberg Gross LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 8 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Child Sexual Abuse

    Greenberg Gross LLP represents survivors of child sexual abuse, including adults who were abused as children, in civil claims against abusers and the schools, organizations, and institutions that failed to protect them.

  • Elder Abuse
  • Elder Law
  • Employment Discrimination

    Greenberg Gross LLP represents workers facing discrimination based on gender, pregnancy, race, and other protected characteristics in hiring, pay, promotion, and termination decisions.

  • Employment Law - Individuals
  • Harassment

    Greenberg Gross LLP represents employees subjected to workplace harassment, including sexual harassment and workplace sexual assault, and holds employers accountable when they fail to act.

  • Labor and Employment Law - Employee
  • Labor and Employment Litigation
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

    Greenberg Gross LLP represents nursing home residents and their families in cases involving abuse, neglect, bed sores, fall injuries, and sexual abuse in long-term care facilities.

  • Sexual Abuse

    Greenberg Gross LLP represents adult survivors of sexual abuse and sexual assault in civil cases against the individuals and institutions responsible, handling each matter with discretion and care.

  • Whistleblowers

    Greenberg Gross LLP represents whistleblowers who face retaliation after reporting illegal, unsafe, or fraudulent conduct by their employers.

  • Wrongful Termination

    Greenberg Gross LLP represents employees who were fired for unlawful reasons, including discrimination, retaliation, whistleblowing, or taking protected medical or family leave.

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Greenberg Gross LLP proudly has 3 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Awards

Greenberg Gross LLP is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Greenberg Gross LLP has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Greenberg Gross LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Daily Journal Top Labor and Employment Lawyers – Matthew Hale and Philip Horlacher (2026)
Daily Journal Top Plaintiff Lawyers – Brian Williams (2024)
Daily Journal Top 100 Lawyers in California – Alan Greenberg and Wayne Gross
Super Lawyers® Rising Stars
Southern California Super Lawyers®
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Rating
American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)

Offices & Contacts

Costa Mesa, CA
650 Town Center Drive, Suite 1700
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
United States
Los Angeles, CA
601 South Figueroa Street, Suite 3460
Los Angeles, CA 90017
United States
Sacramento, CA
San Francisco, CA
Chicago, IL
Boston, MA
Newark, NJ
Las Vegas, NV
1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Suite 730
Las Vegas, NV 89135
United States
Reno, NV
Buffalo, NY
New York, NY
570 Lexington Avenue, 34th Floor
New York, NY 10177
United States
Philadelphia, PA
Pittsburgh, PA
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