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Nathan W. Austin is a principal in the Sacramento, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He joined the firm in 2006.

Nathan's practice consists of defending employment matters in state and federal courts, arbitrations and administrative proceedings. He also defends management in litigation involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, breach of contract, wage and hour, benefits and other employment-related actions. In addition, Nathan provides training for managers and employees on various workplace issues.

Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Nathan was an associate with a mid-sized Sacramento-based law firm successfully representing clients in employment law, ADA law, property disputes, and general tort litigation. He was also a trial attorney with mid-sized California real estate law firm, representing management and property owners in landlord/tenant law handling all facets of unlawful detainer litigation.

Honors and Recognitions

  • The Best Lawyers in America©, "Litigation – Labor and Employment" (2023-present)
  • BTI Consulting Group, “Client Service All-Star” (2023)
  • The Best Lawyers in America©, “Litigation - Labor and Employment” (2023)
  • Legal 500 USA, “Recommended Attorney” (2017)

Pro Bono and Community Involvement

  • Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County, Pro Bono Attorney (2002)

Credentials

Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law
J.D.
Moot Court Honor Society (1997-1998)
Dean's List (1996, 1998-1999)
University of California, Davis
B.A.
Admitted to Practice
9th Circuit Court of Appeals
California - C.D. Cal.
California - E.D. Cal.
California - N.D. Cal.
California - S.D. Cal.
California
Professional Associations and Activities
Sacramento County Bar Association

Chicago-Kent College of Law
J.D.
Moot Court Honor Society (1997-1998)
Dean's List (1996, 1998-1999)
University of California, Davis
B.A.

9th Circuit Court of Appeals
California - C.D. Cal.
California - E.D. Cal.
California - N.D. Cal.
California - S.D. Cal.
California

Sacramento County Bar Association