Experience:

Benjamin J. Treger is a distinguished employment attorney with over a decade of experience in successfully defending employers against a broad spectrum of employment-related claims, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, intellectual property claims, and more. Renowned for his analytical prowess in wage and hour lawsuits, effective employee relations, and strategic early dispute resolution, Mr. Treger has become a trusted legal advocate for employers, and has been consistently recognized as a top attorney in the field.

Beyond litigation, Mr. Treger excels in advising on compliance with state and federal labor laws, focusing on the implementation of best practices to optimize operational efficiency while minimizing legal risks.

He also conducts large-scale independent investigations and has served as a Title IX hearing officer for multiple University of California campuses. His role as a neutral third-party investigator involves conducting thorough and impartial investigations into alleged workplace harassment, discrimination, or other forms of misconduct, ensuring objectivity free from internal biases or conflicts of interest.

Mr. Treger represents clients in a wide range of industries, including healthcare, finance, science/technology, education, hospitality, construction, skilled trade labor, retail, and internet startup.

Education:

• Stanford Law School - J.D., Gerald Gunther Prize

• UCLA - B.A. Greek & Latin, Hellen Caldwell Award (for top Graduate in Classics dept.); B.A. Economics with Specialization in Computing, Summa Cum Laude