Schuyler V.V. Hoffman
Schuyler V.V. Hoffman
Shareholder
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Business Consulting
Wage and Hour Attorney
Civil Litigation for
Complex Disputes
Civil disputes are rarely simple. They can interrupt your business operations, strain finances, and erode your reputation. In those moments, you need a litigation team that understands the risks, anticipates complications, and delivers clear strategy.
This is why Hoffman & Forde exists: to resolve complex disputes and guide you toward the best possible outcome.
We Hold Employers Accountable
Has your employer failed to compensate you properly? Unpaid overtime, denied breaks, or withheld wages don’t just hurt your paycheck—they undermine your livelihood and violate your rights. When that happens, you need more than advice; you need a wage and hour attorney who can cut through the confusion, hold employers accountable, and recover what you’ve rightfully earned.
Fighting for Fair Wages
Wage and hour claims aren’t always straightforward. Violations may involve:
Failure to pay minimum wage
Unpaid overtime
Denied meal or rest breaks
Withheld vacation pay
Misclassification of employees
Our wage and hour attorneys take the time to evaluate your claims, explain your options, and pursue the compensation you’re entitled to under the California Labor Code and the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act. At every step, we focus on strategy, clarity, and outcomes.
Protecting Workers, Enforcing Rights
If you’re worried about retaliation or the stress of a long case, you don’t have to face it alone. Our wage and hour attorneys protect you against unfair treatment, pursue the pay you’ve earned, and give you the confidence to move forward knowing your rights are secure.
The Team Behind the Results
Our attorneys are trusted with complex matters because they bring more than credentials—they bring results.
This is a team built for clients who expect insight, action, and accountability at every turn.
Daniel R. Forde
Daniel R. Forde
Shareholder
Civil Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, Business Consulting, …See More
Angela Elpers Barnes
Angela Elpers Barnes
Managing Attorney
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation
Amanda Allen
Amanda Allen
Senior Associate
Business, Real Estate, Civil Litigation
Dalia Astalos
Dalia Astalos
Associate
Landlord-Tenant Law, Commercial Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Trust & Estates Litigation, …See More
Alison Barry
Alison Barry
Senior Counsel
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation
Victoria Boynton
Victoria Boynton
Senior Counsel
Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Transactional and Litigation, Business Advisement
Jim Buche
Jim Buche
Of-Counsel
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation
Michael Dicks
Michael Dicks
Senior Trial Attorney
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Personal Injury
Christina Elhaddad
Christina Elhaddad
Senior Associate
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Immigration Law
Alanna Haefner
Alanna Haefner
Senior Associate
Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Tax Advisory
Mia Kelly
Mia Kelly
Senior Counsel
Real Estate Litigation, General Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Employment Law, …See More
Nicholas Kritikos
Nicholas Kritikos
Of-Counsel
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Business Consulting, …See More
Matt LeFevre
Matt LeFevre
Junior Associate
Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Boundary Disputes, Business Consulting
Ian McKinley
Ian McKinley
Senior Associate Attorney
Eminent Domain/Inverse Condemnation, Business Torts, Boundary Disputes, Shareholder & Member Derivative Litigation, …See More
Joshua Morrison
Joshua Morrison
Junior Associate
Adam Reifman
Adam Reifman
Senior Associate
Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Corporate Law — Entity Formation & Planning, Easement & Land Use, …See More
William H. Sauls
William H. Sauls
Of-Counsel
Estate Planning, Tax Advisory, Business Consulting
Stefan Seper
Stefan Seper
Attorney
Civil Litigation, Landlord-Tenant Law , Commercial Real Estate, Habitability Issues, …See More
Shelly Ann Stewart
Shelly Ann Stewart
Junior Associate
Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation
Michael Stuart
Michael Stuart
Of-Counsel
Criminal Defense, Restraining Orders, Civil Litigation, Administrative Law
Vincent Russo
Vincent Russo
Senior Counsel
Trust & Probate Litigation, Business Law, Real Estate Law
Our Paralegals
Our dedicated paralegals are the behind-the-scenes experts who ensure our firm runs smoothly. They play a critical role in our client-focused approach, enabling our attorneys to deliver the highest quality service with precision and care.
What Our
Clients Say
Our Philosophy
Positive outcomes start with clear communication, practical solutions, and follow-through. That’s our philosophy—and what we deliver to every client who entrusts us with protecting what matters most.
Proudly Serving San Diego &
the North Coast
From Bankers Hill to La Jolla, Hoffman & Forde represents clients across Southern California with clear counsel, strategic insight, and results that hold up under pressure.