Aggressive, effective, experienced employment litigator and counselor

Joe Connaughton is an experienced trial lawyer who has successfully defended lawsuits to juries and judges in California state and federal courts (both trial and appellate) and has prevailed in arbitrations throughout California, nationally and internationally. His clients include technology, education, health care, and staffing company employers, as well as professional sports franchises. He has deep experience advising on:

• Employment disputes
• Commercial disputes

Equally trusted at representing clients in the most difficult and sensitive cases, and advising employers at the highest levels, Joe is strategic and practical with everything he does, leading to trial victories and long-term client relationships.

Joe was a co-founder of Paul, Plevin, Sullivan & Connaughton LLP, which combined with Quarles in 2023.

Bar Admissions

• California

Education

• Boston College Law School (J.D., cum laude, 1993)

• Miami University (B.S., 1990)

• Key New Laws Affecting California Employers in 2024