Los Angeles Gender & Sex Discrimination Lawyers

Employee Advocates in Los Angeles County, Orange County & the Inland Empire

Workplace discrimination based on gender or sex is a serious violation of employee rights and a barrier to creating an equitable work environment. Discrimination undermines fairness and can have devastating emotional, financial, and professional consequences for employees or job applicants. 

Your job is more than just a paycheck. It is a fundamental part of your life, identity, and future. At The Work Justice Firm, we are committed to fighting for employees who have experienced workplace injustices, including gender and sex discrimination. No one should be denied equal opportunities, fair pay, or career advancement because of their gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. 

Our capable legal team has decades of collective experience resolving discriminatory practices that disadvantage workers. With a deep understanding of California’s strong workplace protections, we work to hold employers accountable and to secure the justice our clients deserve. 

Book a free case assessment with a Los Angeles gender and sex discrimination attorney at The Work Justice Firm at (323) 675-3337 or by submitting our online contact form. Hablamos español.

Workplace Gender Discrimination in Los Angeles

Gender discrimination occurs when employees are mistreated or denied opportunities because of their gender expression, gender identity, or societal stereotypes about their capabilities. This form of discrimination often affects individuals who do not conform to traditional gender norms or who identify as non-binary or transgender.

Here’s an example: marketing specialist Alex is excluded from client meetings after coming out as non-binary. Management expresses concerns that “some clients might not be comfortable” with Alex. When applying for a promotion, Alex is told that someone with a “more traditional professional image” is needed for the role.

Sex Discrimination in the Workplace

Sex discrimination involves mistreating employees due to their biological sex, pregnancy, or related conditions. This type of discrimination reinforces harmful biases and denies equal opportunities in employment.

Here’s an example: Emily is a senior engineer at a software company who consistently outperforms her peers but is passed over for a promotion. She is told that the role requires “strong leadership and assertiveness,” implying that a male candidate would be a better fit. Her manager promotes a male coworker with less experience who has never performed at Emily’s level.

Signs of Gender & Sex Discrimination in Workplaces in Los Angeles & Surrounding Areas

Signs of gender or sex discrimination can arise in many forms.

• Unequal pay – Receiving lower wages than coworkers of a different gender for the same work, in violation of California’s Equal Pay Act.
• Denied promotions – Being overlooked for promotions or leadership roles due to gender biases.
• Unfair hiring practices – Job postings or interview questions that imply a preference for a specific gender.
• Gender-based stereotyping – Assumptions that specific tasks or roles are better suited for a particular gender.
• Sexual harassment – Unwanted comments, advances, or inappropriate behavior related to gender.
• Unequal work assignments – Being given less desirable tasks or fewer opportunities based on gender.