Shawn M. Larsen
Shawn M. Larsen is a founding partner of Larsen & Naddour LLP. Over the course of his career, Shawn Larsen has practiced at some of the biggest firms in the United States, including Jones Day and Morrisson Foerster. Before starting his current firm, Shawn was a partner at Rutan & Tucker, Orange County’s largest law firm.
Drawing on his nearly 25 years of experience, Shawn represents and counsels clients in all areas of employment law including harassment, workplace discrimination, terminations, employment agreements, leaves of absence, wage and hour issues, trade secrets, and accommodating disabilities. He has significant experience helping clients navigate complex wage/hour class actions and PAGA lawsuits. Shawn works with clients to develop policies and proactive practices to ensure compliance and avoid legal disputes. Shawn also litigates matters in both federal and state courts and before various administrative agencies, where he has achieved successful outcomes for his clients. Shawn works with clients of all sizes across all industries. Shawn has been recognized as a “Super Lawyer” from 2022-2024 for his achievements.
Given this depth of knowledge, Shawn is a popular speaker. He regularly lectures before employer groups and conducts in-house training workshops regarding compliance with California and federal employment laws. Shawn’s experience is also reflected in his numerous publications. For example, he previously served as the Associate Editor of California Employers’ Guide To Employee Handbooks And Personnel Policy Manuals, published by Matthew Bender. In addition, he regularly publishes regarding employment law “hot topics.” While in law school, Shawn served as the Executive Notes Editor for the Case Western Reserve Law Review.
Shawn also dedicates time and services to several non-profit organizations, including Veterans Legal Institute. As a result of his efforts on behalf of the community, Shawn is a three-time recipient of the Annual Spirit of Volunteerism Award. Shawn is fluent in Spanish. In his free time, Shawn enjoys following Tottenham Hotspur F.C., running, practicing hot yoga, and spending time with his wife and three daughters.