Overview

Kurt R. Bockes represents and advises clients in all aspects of employment law, including the litigation of claims involving:

  • Employment discrimination
  • Wrongful termination
  • Harassment
  • Retaliation
  • Unfair competition and trade secrets
  • Wage and hour issues
  • Title VII
  • The California Fair Employment and Housing Act

He also represents clients in employment class actions, and appears regularly in California state and federal courts.
 
Additionally, Kurt advises and counsels employers regarding equal employment practices, employee discipline and termination, and wage and hour compliance. He has represented a variety of clients including airlines, security companies, financial companies, retail, technology, and real estate companies.

He also has served as a member of the Hiring Committee at Littler Mendelson, and oversaw the work assignments for first year associates.

Prior to joining Littler, Kurt was an associate at another law firm where he was a member of the litigation and employment practice groups. During law school, he clerked for the Honorable Moria Krueger, Dane County Circuit Court, Madison, Wisconsin. He also was the vice president of the Wisconsin Law School Moot Court Board.

    Professional & Community Affiliations

    Member

    American Bar Association

    Member

    Bar Association of San Francisco

    News, Analysis & Press

    Education

    • J.D., University of Wisconsin Law School, 1993
    • M.A., Michigan State University, 1988
    • B.S., Michigan State University, 1984

    Bar Admission

    California

    Courts

    • U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
    • U.S. District Court, Central District of California
    • U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin