Marcelo Dieguez
Abogados Del Trabajdor
Founding Partner
Main practice areas: Workers’ compensation
Office location
2030 Main St, Suite 1356
Irvine, CA 92614
Business hours
Monday – Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday – Sunday Closed
Biography
Marcelo Adrian Dieguez has dedicated his entire legal career to knowing and practicing labor law. As an experienced Orange County employment attorney, Marcelo Dieguez is passionate about protecting the rights of employees. He upholds the ethical practice of law and is focused on obtaining the best possible results for each client’s case.
Marcelo has successfully represented clients in jury trials, federal court, and before the California Labor Commissioner. Known for his accessibility and client-centered approach, he works to resolve cases efficiently while keeping clients fully informed every step of the way.
Education and experience
Undergraduate school
University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), Santa Barbara, California (1999)
Law school
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, California (2002)
Bar admissions and certifications
State Bar of California (2002)
U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2002)
Memberships
American Bar Association (2002–present)
Orange County Bar Association (2002–present)
California State Bar, Labor and Employment Section (2002–present)
Honors and awards
Clients’ Choice Award, Avvo (2012, 2013, 2018)
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell (2013, 2015)
Client Champion – Silver Award, Martindale-Hubbell (2018)
Super Lawyers Rising Star (2016)
Super Lawyers (2021, 2022)
The National Advocates: Top 100 Lawyers (2017)
Best Lawyers in Orange County, OC Metro Magazine (2014)
Top 40 Under 40 – Employment Law (2014)
Society of Honor, St. Thomas More (2001)
First Prize, Judicial Defense Honors (2001)
Scott Moot Court Honors Board (2001)
Spoken languages
English and Spanish
Additional resources
Publications and media appearances
“The Trend Toward the Use of Assisted Forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution: Is It a Good Idea or the Worst Nightmare of an Employee?” American Conference Institute (2011)
Labor Law Blog, Employment Law Website (2011)
“Illegal Work Interviews,” The Working Bee (2012)
“Workplace Harassment: A Roadmap for Women,” Bullying-Free Zone (2012)