Desiree T. Washington

Desiree T. Washington

American Lawyer and Politician
  • Real Estate Law, Foreclosure Defense, Employment Law ...
  • California, District of Columbia
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Biography

Desiree T. Washington, owner of Washington Law Firm, is a seasoned attorney with a focus on complex business litigation, business transactions, employment law, entertainment law, real estate transactions and real estate litigation. She earned her B.A. in Medieval and Early Modern History from the University of Chicago, followed by her J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law, with a focus on jurisprudence and civil rights law. Desiree brings an extensive legal background to her practice.

Before founding Washington Law Firm, Desiree served as a prosecutor for the State Bar of California and worked as a litigator representing high-profile clients, including Lloyds of London, CNA, Genentech, Nokia, and Netflix. In addition to her litigation work, she has developed a robust business transactions practice, advising clients in the entertainment industry—such as National Lampoon and NGTV—on business formation, negotiations, and deal structuring. Known for her strategic approach and broad legal expertise, Desiree continues to serve a wide array of clients with dedication and insight.

Practice Areas
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Foreclosure Defense
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Bankruptcy
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
Entertainment & Sports Law
Consumer Law
Class Action, Lemon Law
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Workers' Compensation
Antitrust Law
Landlord Tenant
Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Cannabis & Marijuana Law
Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
    Contingent Fee agreements available for no-fault personal injury, workers comp, product liability and certain Employment law-related cases.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
State Bar of California
ID Number: 217368
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District of Columbia
District of Columbia Bar
ID Number: 983290
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish: Written
Professional Experience
Attorney, Owner
Washington Law Firm
- Current
Prosecutor
State Bar of California
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Education
University of Chicago
Undergraduate Degree
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University of Iowa College of Law
Law Degree
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Professional Associations
District of Columbia Bar Association
Member
- Current
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California State Bar  # 217368
Member
- Current
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American Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Washington Law Firm
Contact & Map
21250 Hawthorne Blvd.
Suite 500
Torrance, CA 90503
US
Toll-Free: (877) 807-2008
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed