Constangy congratulates Arcelia Magaña on receiving the 2024 Latina in Law Award from the National Latina Business Women Association-San Diego.
The awards celebrate the Latina entrepreneurs and professionals from San Diego and their significant impact on the local community.
Arcelia is a litigator and trial attorney specializing in labor and employment law. Focusing on creating stable and high-functioning work environments, she leverages her extensive experience to guide employers on best practices that help avoid the costly disruptions of litigation.
Over the past seven years, Arcelia has successfully defended over 20 wage and hour class and representative actions, including cases under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). This track record underscores her experience in complex legal disputes and her adept handling of high-stakes cases. She also skillfully manages responses to inquiries from the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), further showcasing her legal acumen.
Arcelia is dedicated to advancing the academic and professional achievements of the Latino/a/x community. Fluent in Spanish, she actively contributes to various organizations in her free time, further demonstrating her commitment to making a positive impact beyond her legal practice.
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