Business Details
Public Entity Litigation Law Firm in Concord, CA
Leone Alberts & Duus is a litigation law firm with over 25 years of experience representing public entities in complex legal matters. Our AV-rated team specializes in civil rights litigation, employment law, government torts, and disability discrimination cases, serving cities, school districts, and public agencies across California. We combine aggressive advocacy with strategic counsel to address policy, political, and legal risks unique to public entities. Our attorneys have tried over 75 cases to defense verdicts in federal and state courts, emphasizing early case assessment, motion practice, and tailored defense strategies.We provide pre-litigation advice on governance, statutory compliance, and risk management while maintaining a commitment to zealous representation and open communication. Our success stems from deep expertise in public entity law, a proactive approach to liability mitigation, and a focus on achieving cost-effective resolutions through trial, settlement, or alternative dispute resolution.
Services
Civil Rights Litigation
Government Torts Defense
Employment Law
Disability Discrimination Cases
Law Enforcement Liability
Writ of Mandate Proceedings
Appellate Proceedings
Code Enforcement Litigation
Governance Counsel
Pre-Litigation Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in public entity litigation.
- Our attorneys have tried 75+ cases to defense verdicts.
- We are AV-rated for legal excellence and ethical standards.
- We develop tailored defense strategies for public entity challenges.
- Our team includes seasoned trial attorneys with federal court experience.
Associations and certifications
- AV-rated
Services
Civil Rights Litigation
We defend public entities against civil rights claims including discrimination, harassment, and constitutional violations. Our attorneys handle Title VI/VII/IX cases, 42 USC 1983 actions, and ADA compliance matters. With expertise in Monell claims and settlement negotiations, we help clients mitigate litigation risks while maintaining public trust and operational focus.
Government Torts Defense
Our firm specializes in defending public entities against tort claims involving property conditions, employee negligence, and catastrophic injuries. We leverage Government Claims Act immunities to secure dismissals and summary judgments while managing indemnity agreements and third-party liability issues for comprehensive risk resolution.
Employment Law
We provide full-spectrum employment law services including litigation defense and preventive counsel. Our practice covers harassment claims, wage disputes, and administrative proceedings before PERB and EEOC. We combine trial success with policy development to help public employers maintain compliant and productive workplaces.
Disability Discrimination Cases
We represent public entities in disability access litigation and IDEA/Section 504 matters. Our attorneys negotiate consent decrees and develop compliance strategies that balance legal requirements with operational realities, helping clients avoid protracted litigation while improving accessibility.
Law Enforcement Liability
Our team defends law enforcement agencies against excessive force and civil rights claims. We handle high-profile cases involving use-of-force incidents and custody deaths, combining courtroom experience with pre-litigation crisis management to protect both institutional and individual interests.
People
Louis A. Leone
Practice Area Leader
Founding partner with 25+ years defending public entities. Leads civil rights and employment litigation teams. AV-rated attorney with extensive trial experience in federal courts.
Katherine A. Alberts
Experienced trial attorney specializing in public entity law. Handles complex litigation matters including tort defense and governance compliance for California municipalities.
Brian A. Duus
Senior litigator with focus on employment law and disability discrimination cases. Provides counsel on statutory compliance and risk management strategies.
Kathleen Darmagnac
Trial attorney representing public agencies in civil rights and law enforcement liability cases. Experienced in motion practice and appellate proceedings.
Anne B. Miller
Litigation specialist handling government torts and code enforcement disputes. Focuses on immunity defenses and pre-litigation resolution strategies for public entities.
Questions
What public entities do you represent?
We represent cities, school districts, community colleges, and public agencies across California in litigation and governance matters.
How do you handle high-profile cases?
We provide crisis management and media response support while developing strategic defense plans tailored to each client's specific needs.
What employment law services do you offer?
We handle harassment claims, wage disputes, and administrative proceedings while providing preventive counsel on policy development and compliance.
Can you assist with ADA compliance?
Yes, we negotiate accessibility agreements and defend disability discrimination claims while helping clients achieve federal and state compliance standards.
Do you provide mediation services?
Yes, our firm offers mediation through Louis A. Leone, a trained mediator with experience in public entity law and civil litigation matters.
