Alfred De La Cruz Shares His Views on the Labor and Employment Legal Landscape in Los Angeles Business Journal Q&A

Alfred M. De La Cruz, San Diego Managing Partner and leader of the Employment Law team, was recently interviewed on the labor and employment legal landscape by the Los Angeles Business Journal. In the enlightening Q&A, Mr. De La Cruz discusses his career shift from working as a deputy district attorney to leading an employment law practice. He shares how employment lawyers can make an impact on their communities, especially in California. He also sheds light on current issues, revealing the unique challenges Los Angeles presents for labor and employment law, and how he anticipates the Trump Administration’s tariffs will affect it. Finally, he reflects on the ways Manning Kass has empowered his career and practice through mentorship and business development opportunities. 

Check out the full article on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s website.

Alfred "Al" M. De La Cruz brings more than 25 years of experience to counseling clients in pre-litigation and litigation matters. In his role as the leader of the firm’s Employment Law team, he oversees and handles EPL claims throughout California, and his practice regularly takes him across the United States as lead counsel for the most demanding of cases. He currently divides his time defending business entities in litigation involving state and federal employment claims and directors’ and officers’ claims relating to employment.

Mr. De La Cruz was admitted to the prestigious American Board of Trial Associates (ABOTA) in 2023, and he has received the AV Preeminent® rating by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest an attorney can receive for legal quality and ethics. He has also been named a Top Rated Lawyer in Labor and Employment Law by Fortune Magazine, a Top Lawyer in San Diego by San Diego Magazine, and a 2013-2017 San Diego Super Lawyer.