Arthur Cunningham

Arthur Cunningham has more than four decades of litigation experience defending employers in wage and hour class actions, PAGA representative actions, and single-plaintiff employment litigation across California. Known for his deep trial background and leadership as a founding partner at a national labor and employment law office, Art guides businesses and public entities through high-stakes disputes involving discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and complex statutory claims under the FLSA, FEHA, and Title VII.

With a record of handling more than 40 jury trials to verdict and decades of experience in federal and state courts, Art manages every phase of employment litigation—from early case assessment and discovery to trial and post-verdict proceedings. He counsels employers on defending claims before administrative agencies, including the DFEH and EEOC, and is frequently sought after for his ability to resolve disputes efficiently through mediation and arbitration.