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Overview

Alexandra Shamash assists clients through complex labor and employment disputes.

Prior Experience

At her previous firm, Alexandra litigated matters involving wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, union grievances, student and employee discipline, and breach of contract. In addition to litigation, Alexandra regularly advised educational institutions on policy development, internal investigations, free speech issues and regulatory compliance. Alexandra also contributed to client education by delivering presentations on emerging legal issues affecting employers and public agencies.

Prior to becoming an associate, Alexandra worked as a legal assistant at a plaintiff-side employment law firm, where she supported civil and complex litigation by drafting pleadings, motions and discovery. 

Personal Interests

In her free time, Alexandra enjoys hiking, attending live music events, taking road trips, painting, making jewelry and baking.

Credentials

Bar Admissions

California

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Central District of California

Education

UCLA School of Law
J.D. (2024)

Tulane University
M.A. in Philosophy (2019)

Tulane University
B.A. in Philosophy, magna cum laude (2018)

Leadership & Community

Professional Associations

  • Los Angeles County Bar Association

Civic Activities

  • Drug Awareness Foundation — Co-Founder and Vice President

Honors

  • UCLA School of Law — Dean’s Scholarship Recipient
  • Tulane University — Dean’s List; Ann Butler Hess Philosophy Award; Phi Beta Kappa
Awards Methodology
No aspect of these recognitions has been approved by the highest court of any state.