Greg A. Garbacz - Klinedinst Attorney Profile

Shareholder and Chief Operating Officer

Greg A. Garbacz has found success in business litigation, employment liability, professional liability, real estate litigation, and general liability matters that a business may face. He provides unique business solutions and advice to clients with regard to a broad range of contractual issues and business disputes, including misappropriation claims, employment torts, unfair business practices, confidentiality agreements, and trade secrets.

A shareholder with the firm since 1997, Greg has achieved Martindale-Hubbell's highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards. Super Lawyers magazine recognized Greg as a "Rising Star" in its September, 2004 issue. Greg also offers comprehensive advice in employment and labor law matters. He counsels clients with regard to state and federal laws affecting employers, including legislation regarding hiring practices, benefits, and age and race discrimination.

Greg regularly speaks at a variety of programs, seminars, and events pertaining to employment and labor law, legal malpractice, and professional liability issues. He currently serves on the Executive Committee and is the Chief Operating Officer of the firm. Greg opened Klinedinst's Los Angeles office in 2002, and served as its managing shareholder from 2002 through 2005. He also has previously served as the Chief Financial Officer of the Firm. He is a member of the Executive Committee and Klinedinst's Board of Directors.

Born in Columbus, Indiana, Greg graduated from Washington & Lee University School of Law where he was a member of its Law Review. Greg earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. He has been licensed to practice law in California since 1993.

Martindale-Hubbell Rating

AV - Highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

Professional and Community Affiliations

Vistage (CEO Membership Organization)
San Diego County Bar Association
San Diego Hotel/Motel Association
Associated of Southern California Defense Counsel
The State Bar of California
Louis Welch Chapter, American Inns of Court
Los Angeles County Bar Association
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce

Publications and Interviews

"California's New Law, First in Nation, Provides Up to Six Weeks Paid Leave," Los Angeles Daily Journal, p. 7 (October 10, 2002)
"Gender Stereotypes: Nichols' Holds Valuable Lesson for Employers," Los Angeles Daily Journal, p.7 (September 28, 2001)
"Reducing Vulnerability to Malicious-Prosecution Suits," Los Angeles Daily Journal, p. 7 (January 6, 1999); (Re-published at the ABA National Legal Malpractice Conference, April 1999)
"Legal Malpractice: Preserving Critical Evidence, Or, At-Least, Third-Party Spoliation Claims for Your Client," ABTL Report (February 1999 )
"General Contractors Liability for Injuries is Limited," Los Angeles Daily Journal (July 23, 1998)
"Cross Purposes: Indemnity Claims Against Successor Attorneys," Los Angeles Daily Business Journal, p. 7 (December 2, 1996)

Recognition and Awards

Named a "Rising Star of Southern California" by Super Lawyers, a joint venture of Law & Politics and Los Angeles Magazine (September, 2004)
American Jurisprudence Award in Mock Trial Competition

Speaking Engagements

10th Annual Klinedinst Employment Symposium, “Sexual Harassment, Retaliation, and Discrimination 2007 Legal Updates" (November, 2007)
9th Annual Klinedinst Employment Symposium, “Defending Employment Claims: Tips and Traps” and "Staying Out of Court: Mistakes to Avoid" (November, 2006)
8th Annual Klinedinst Employment Symposium, “Discovery in Employment Cases: Strategy & Considerations” (December, 2005)
Lorman Education Services Seminar, Topic: "Conflicts of Interest in a Changing World" (August 11, 2005)
Lorman Education Services Seminar, Topic: "Human Resources Audits" (January, 2002)
KLINEDINST Employment Law Symposium, Topic: "Trial By Fire"(December, 2001)
KLINEDINST Employment Law: 2001 and Beyond, Topic: "Employee Rights of Privacy" (December, 2000)
National Human Resource Association, Topic: "Employment Practices Liability Insurance: An Attorney's Perspective" (February, 2000)
KLINEDINST Employment Seminar, Topic: "The Nuts & Bolts of Disability, Family, Medical & Pregnancy Leave" (December, 1999)
University of California, San Diego, Topic: "The ABCs of Hospitality Law: Contracts, Torts & Employment Law," (June, 1998)
CNA Insurance Company, Topic: "How to Avoid Being Mistaken for Lunch" (Malicious Prosecution Seminar)