Zachary J. Sempers - Standard Bios for Legal Directories

Sempers Law Firm, ALC

Generated: January 2026

Source Information (Compiled from sempers.com)

Core Facts

Professional Associations

Practice Areas (100% Employment Law - Plaintiff/Employee Side)

Notable Settlements (Class Actions)

Amount Defendant Type
$2,275,000 National staffing company
$700,000 National fast food chain
$450,000 Industrial manufacturing company
$450,000 National staffing company
$400,000 Disaster response company
$350,000 Nationwide service company
$300,000 International general contracting firm
$225,000 Statewide hotel chain
$200,000 Regional hotel
$112,500 Regional general contracting firm

Total Listed Settlements: $5,462,500+

Origin Story (Your Unique Differentiator - Use This!)

Born and raised in Los Angeles. Before practicing law full-time, Zachary worked 20+ jobs over 40 years - flipped burgers, installed carpet, sold cars, worked as a nurse for a decade, did bookkeeping, wrote software. In 2016, an employer refused to pay him. He’d had his law license since 2004 but hadn’t used it much. He went after them, got every dollar they owed. And then some. That personal experience with wage theft - and knowing what it’s like to need a job more than the job needs you - drives his work representing employees.

Why this matters: Most employment lawyers have generic bios. You’ve actually worked the jobs your clients work. You’ve been the guy wondering if his paycheck will clear. This is memorable, authentic, and builds immediate trust.

PLATFORM-SPECIFIC BIOS

1. GOOGLE BUSINESS PROFILE

Character Limit: 750 characters Characters Used: 660 Last Updated: January 2026 Note: Google rejects phone numbers and CTAs like “call now” in descriptions.

Fired, harassed, or cheated out of wages? I only represent employees. Never employers.

Before practicing law full-time, I worked 20+ jobs. Flipped burgers, installed carpet, sold cars, worked as a nurse for a decade, wrote software. I've been the guy wondering if his paycheck would clear.

In 2016, an employer refused to pay me. I'd had my law license since 2004 but hadn't used it much. I went after them, got every dollar. And then some. That's why I do this work.

Over $5 million recovered. Wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, unpaid wages, overtime.

Free consultation. No fee unless you win. Employment claims have deadlines.

2. AVVO

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I got into employment law the hard way.

Before I started practicing full-time, I'd already punched a clock for 40 years. Twenty-some jobs. Flipped burgers at 16, installed carpet, sold cars, worked as a nurse for a decade, did bookkeeping, wrote software - a lot of software, actually, for about 25 years. Point is, I've been the guy wondering if his paycheck is going to clear. I know what it feels like to need a job more than the job needs you.

In 2016, after all that, an employer decided not to pay me. Just... didn't. The amount wasn't life-changing, but that wasn't the point. I'd done the work. The money was mine.

I'd had my law license since 2004 but hadn't used it much. That changed fast. I went after them, got every dollar, and then some. Exposed violations they'd gotten away with for years. After that, I couldn't go back to writing code. I'd found the work I was supposed to be doing.

I only represent employees. Never employers. Not once, not ever. When a company fires someone and then calls looking for a defense attorney, I'm not interested. I made that decision early and I've stuck to it. You'll never wonder whose side I'm on.

Most people who contact me aren't sure they even have a case. Something happened at work - they got fired, or they're being harassed, or their paychecks are short - and they're trying to figure out if it's illegal or just unfair. Sometimes it's both. Sometimes the law can help and sometimes it can't. The only way to know is to talk it through.

I handle wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage theft. Individual cases and class actions. Over $5 million recovered - biggest was $2.275 million against a staffing company, plus others in the $400k-$700k range against fast food chains, manufacturers, hotels.

Licensed in California since 2004. Whittier Law School. Born and raised in LA, still here. Member of CELA.

Free consultation. No fee unless you win. But don't wait - employment claims have deadlines, and some are shorter than you'd think.

888-762-0297
sempers.com

3. JUSTIA

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Zachary J. Sempers is an employment attorney based in Westlake Village, serving workers throughout California. He represents employees exclusively - never employers - in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes. Individual cases and class actions.

Before practicing law full-time, he spent 40 years punching a clock. Twenty-some jobs - everything from flipping burgers to installing carpet to working as a nurse for a decade. In 2016, an employer refused to pay him. He'd been licensed since 2004 but hadn't practiced much. He went after them, recovered every dollar they owed. And then some. That experience - and knowing firsthand what it's like to need a job more than the job needs you - is why he represents workers.

Over $5 million recovered for California employees, including class action settlements of $2,275,000, $700,000, $450,000, and $400,000 against companies in staffing, food service, manufacturing, and hospitality.

Practice areas: wrongful termination, employment discrimination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment, retaliation, whistleblower claims, unpaid wages and overtime, meal and rest break violations, expense reimbursement.

J.D., Whittier Law School. California State Bar, 2004. Member, California Employment Lawyers Association (CELA).

Employment claims have strict deadlines. Free consultation - no fee unless you recover.

4. MARTINDALE-HUBBELL

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Zachary Jay Sempers is an employment litigation attorney and sole shareholder of Sempers Law Firm, ALC, in Westlake Village, California. Licensed since 2004, he represents California employees exclusively in employment disputes. He does not represent employers.

Before practicing law full-time, Mr. Sempers worked over 30 jobs across 40 years in various industries. In 2016, an employer refused to pay him wages owed. He pursued the matter, recovered in full, and has since dedicated his practice to representing workers facing similar violations.

Mr. Sempers handles wrongful termination, employment discrimination, workplace harassment, retaliation, whistleblower claims, and wage and hour litigation. He represents employees in both individual matters and class actions.

Over $5 million recovered for California workers, including class action settlements of $2,275,000, $700,000, $450,000, $400,000, and $350,000 against national and regional employers.

Juris Doctor, Whittier Law School, Costa Mesa, California. California State Bar, 2004. Bar Number: 232209. Member, California Employment Lawyers Association.

5. FINDLAW

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Something happened at work that doesn't feel right? You need someone who's been there.

Zachary Sempers spent 40 years punching a clock before practicing law full-time. Twenty-some jobs - flipped burgers, installed carpet, sold cars, worked as a nurse, wrote software. He knows what it's like to need a job more than the job needs you.

In 2016, an employer didn't pay him. He'd had his law license since 2004 but hadn't used it much. He went after them, got every dollar they owed. And then some. Now he represents California employees in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage theft cases. Individual cases and class actions. Never employers.

Over $5 million recovered, including class action settlements of $2.275 million, $700,000, and $450,000 against staffing companies, fast food chains, manufacturers, and hotels.

Wrongful termination. Discrimination. Sexual harassment. Retaliation. Whistleblower claims. Unpaid wages and overtime. Meal and rest breaks. Unpaid commissions.

J.D., Whittier Law School. California State Bar, 2004. Member, California Employment Lawyers Association.

Employment claims have deadlines. Free consultation - no fee unless you win.
888-762-0297

6. LAWYERS.COM

Note: Same network as Martindale - use Martindale version URGENT: Update address from Calabasas to Westlake Village

7. YELP BUSINESS DESCRIPTION

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Fired, harassed, or cheated out of wages? We can help.

Sempers Law Firm represents California employees in workplace disputes. Wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage theft. We ONLY represent workers - never employers.

Attorney Zachary Sempers worked 20+ jobs over 40 years before practicing law full-time. He's been the guy wondering if his paycheck would clear. In 2016 an employer didn't pay him. He'd had his law license since 2004 but hadn't used it much. He went after them, got every dollar they owed. And then some. That's why he does this work.

Over $5 million recovered, including a $2.275 million class action settlement.

WHAT WE HANDLE:
- Wrongful termination
- Workplace discrimination
- Sexual harassment
- Retaliation
- Unpaid wages, overtime, commissions
- Missed meal and rest breaks

Free consultation. No fee unless you win. Employment claims have deadlines - don't wait.

Serving all of California.

888-762-0297 / sempers.com

8. BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU

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Sempers Law Firm, ALC represents California employees in workplace disputes - wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage theft. Employees only. Never employers.

Attorney Zachary Sempers worked 20+ jobs over 40 years before practicing law full-time. In 2016 an employer refused to pay him. He pursued the matter, recovered in full, and has represented workers ever since.

Over $5 million recovered for California employees. Free consultations. No fee unless you win.

Services: wrongful termination, employment discrimination, workplace harassment, retaliation, unpaid wages and overtime, wage and hour violations.

California State Bar since 2004. Member, California Employment Lawyers Association.

9. FACEBOOK BUSINESS PAGE - ABOUT SECTION

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Fired, harassed, or cheated out of wages? California employment lawyer. Worked 20+ jobs before law - knows what it's like. Employees only. Free consult. 888-762-0297

Full About Section:

Fired, harassed, or cheated out of wages?

Attorney Zachary Sempers worked 20+ jobs over 40 years before practicing law full-time. He's been the guy wondering if his paycheck would clear. In 2016 an employer didn't pay him. He went after them, got every dollar they owed. And then some.

Now he represents California employees in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage theft. Over $5 million recovered. Employees only - never employers.

Free consultation. No fee unless you win. Employment claims have deadlines.

888-762-0297 / sempers.com

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Employment attorney representing California workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage theft. Individual cases and class actions. Employees only - never employers.

I spent 40 years punching a clock before practicing law full-time. Twenty-some jobs. Flipped burgers at 16, installed carpet, sold cars, worked as a nurse for a decade, did bookkeeping, wrote software for about 25 years. I've been the guy wondering if his paycheck would clear.

In 2016, an employer didn't pay me. I'd had my law license since 2004 but hadn't used it much. I went after them, got every dollar they owed. And then some to my old career.

Over $5 million recovered for California workers, including class action settlements against staffing companies, fast food chains, manufacturers, and hotels.

If you're an attorney with an employment case you'd like to refer, happy to discuss.

Wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, whistleblower claims, wage and hour violations, unpaid wages and overtime.

J.D., Whittier Law School. California, 2004. Member, CELA.

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KEY MESSAGING POINTS (Use Consistently - In Priority Order)

  1. Personal Story (Your Differentiator): 40 years punching a clock, 20+ jobs before practicing law. In 2016 an employer didn’t pay - you went after them, got every dollar they owed. And then some. You’ve BEEN the client. This is MEMORABLE.
  2. Relatability: “I know what it feels like to need a job more than the job needs you.”
  3. Lead with empathy: “Fired, harassed, or cheated out of wages?”
  4. Results: Over $5 million recovered for California workers
  5. Exclusive Focus + Why: “Employees only - never employers. You’ll never wonder whose side I’m on.”
  6. No Risk: Free consultation, no fee unless you win
  7. Urgency: Employment claims have deadlines - some shorter than you’d think
  8. Case Types: Both individual cases AND class actions
  9. Geographic Reach: Serves all of California (not just LA)
  10. Top Settlement: $2.275 million class action

NAP CONSISTENCY CHECK

Use this EXACT information on ALL platforms:

Name: Sempers Law Firm, ALC Address: 4550 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, Suite 100, Westlake Village, CA 91362 Phone: 888-762-0297

ALERT: Lawyers.com shows old Calabasas/Mulholland Hwy address - must update!

PROFILE UPDATE STATUS

Track which profiles have been updated with the latest bio (20+ jobs, revised phrasing):

Platform Updated Date Notes
Google Business Profile [x] Jan 2026 Updated to first-person voice
Avvo [x] Jan 2026
Justia [x] Jan 2026 Bio updated, employment added, CAALA removed
Martindale-Hubbell [ ] Contacted support 1/26/26 - account access timeout, awaiting recovery
FindLaw [x] Jan 2026 Full profile completed - bio, practice areas, contact info, qualifications
Lawyers.com [ ] Contacted support 1/26/26 to claim profile - awaiting response
Yelp [x] Jan 2026
BBB [ ]
Facebook [ ]
LinkedIn [ ]

NEXT STEPS - PRIORITY ACTION ITEMS

Last updated: January 26, 2026

Priority Platform Status Action Required
🔴 HIGH Martindale-Hubbell Awaiting response Follow up if no response by 1/29. Update bio, address, remove CAALA once access restored.
🔴 HIGH Lawyers.com Awaiting response Follow up if no response by 1/29. Fix outdated Calabasas address, update bio.
🟡 MEDIUM Nolo Blocked Part of Martindale network - resolve Martindale access first.
🟢 LOW LinkedIn Not started Create/update professional profile when time permits.
🟢 LOW Facebook Not started Create business page when time permits.
🟢 LOW BBB Not started Check if listing exists, claim if beneficial.

Completed (January 26, 2026)

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