Like the millions of us affected by the pandemic, I was experiencing unfair treatment by my current employer. I had so many questions regarding the processes and the laws that are in place to help protect me and my rights during such an certain time. Diana and her team were so quick to respond and LISTEN to my case. Diana not only offered several possible solutions, she worked with me and talked me through the processes thoroughly and clearly! I felt so supported and empowered by her and her team! It helped ease the anxiety and stress I was feeling for weeks! Thank you for being quick to respond and so knowledgeable and gifted in your profession! read more

I cannot say enough positive things about Diana and the support she provided me during an incredibly stressful and emotional legal situation. From the very beginning, she approached my case with genuine compassion, professionalism, and dedication. She always made herself available to speak with me, answer my questions, and ensure I understood each step of the process. That level of responsiveness and care meant so much during a difficult time. Diana stayed on top of every detail of my case and guided me with confidence and clarity throughout the entire process. I was especially impressed by the way she negotiated with both parties while working toward a resolution. She demonstrated not only strong legal expertise, but also creativity and strategic thinking in finding ways to move the settlement forward. What truly sets Diana apart is her integrity and her sincere commitment to advocating for her clients. I felt supported and represented every step of the way. I feel incredibly fortunate to have had Diana representing me and I highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal support. I will absolutely be referring her to others and sharing my experience because she truly is exceptional. -- Laura read more

We were introduced to Polina and Diana 10 years ago at the early stage of our business, and since then Diana has been our employment law attorney. She helped us set up our Employee Handbook and employment agreements, keeps us updated on legal requirements, and ensures that we remain compliant with California labor laws. Diana is extremely professional. Not only smart, sharp, and efficient, but also kind and caring. She always responds promptly to our emails and messages, even while on vacation. Diana, we truly thank you for your terrific work. We greatly appreciate you and would highly recommend you to anyone who needs an employment law attorney. read more

I've been a client of Diana Friedland's for years, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking an exceptional employment attorney. Whether you're an employer (like me) or an employee, Diana's comprehensive expertise in employment litigation and counseling sets her apart from all others in her field. Diana's approach is both strategic and compassionate. She takes the time to understand her clients' unique situations, providing tailored advice that addresses their specific needs. From wrongful termination to wage and hour disputes and so much more, Diana's ability to navigate complex employment issues ensures that the clients she represents receive comprehensive and effective representation. All who work with Diana appreciate her collaborative spirit and dedication to achieving the best outcomes. Her clear communication and practical solutions make her an invaluable partner in resolving employment-related matters. Diana's commitment to her clients, combined with her extensive knowledge and experience, makes her a standout attorney in employment law. If you need reliable and insightful legal counsel, stop reading this and call her! read more

I recently retained Bernstein & Friedland to assist me with my growing business. They walked me through all the laws and requirements for employers, drafted an employment agreement that was unique to my business, and helped me ensure I have systems in place to prevent future problems. Diana was incredibly quick to respond, efficient & thorough. I highly recommend the firm to any employers! Their service & expertise stand out. read more

We hired Diana Friedland to assist our business with properly handling an employment severance. She was easy to work with, prompt, and very professional. She was great, like working with a friend you've known for years. As it turns out, the legal substance of the contract she drafted for us was critical and successful. I'm very grateful to Bernstein & Friedland. I highly recommend them to any business looking for employment advice. read more

Diana and Polina are excellent labor law attorneys. I have used them for years as a repeat client. They really put themselves in the shoes of their clients and take a proactive approach to avoiding litigation, when possible, by mapping out great strategies. I truly value their partnership and respect their ability to navigate us through an ever changing and ambiguous area of law. read more

Polina Bernstein and her staff provided excellent legal service for my case. Their overall professionalism, legal knowledge, and communication skills were second to none. I could tell Polina and her staff really cared about my case and they were excellent in explaining different principles and nuances of the law. Throughout the entire case they made sure to take the time and make the effort to listen to my concerns. Furthermore, the case was resolved in an efficient manner. I highly recommend Polina and her team for legal counsel. read more

Diana, Polina, and Alex are an incredible team and I highly recommend them! They are thoughtful, smart, relentless advocates. Where other firms saw a distraction, they saw a chance to do good work. They can be a bit intimidating at first, but once we got to work I was thrilled to have such excellent representation and was glad that they had been so thorough. read more

Worked with Diana from a friend's reference. It was a GREAT decision. Her knowledge, recommendations and writing really made a bad situation much better for me. I HIGHLY recommend her services as early as possible in the process. read more

I cannot express my gratitude for Polina and her team for taking my case and helping me through one of the more difficult periods of my career/life. Their attention to detail, prompt responses, and knowledge of their field is a cut above other lawyers. The outcomes from their work surpassed anything I anticipated at the outset and really helped me move forward with my life and feel vindicated within my particular situation. I would not hesitate to reach out to them if your in need of an employment lawyer. read more

I hired Paulina Bernstein to represent me. Paulina made me feel confident about my case from Day 1. She was very thorough and extremely detail-oriented. Her experience and aggressive approach positioned us well. If you want a bulldog to crush the opposition, Paulina is the one you want on your side. Alex Link and Diana Friedland were also a pleasure to work with and very helpful. read more

Heads down the best labor law firm. Polina and her team are very attentive to their clients need and are not afraid to stick their necks out on their clients behalf. I have enlisted her service twice over the years and I can't speak highly enough about both outcomes. Polina is also very knowledgable when it comes to the do's and don'ts of dealing with employees. She helped me create a hiring contract where she outlined all important rules pertaining to labor-law regulations. Most important tool to have before you decide to hire employees. read more

I recently contacted the firm in need of representation and/or guidance. Counsel totally spoke with me at length and outlined options that enabled me to make an informed decision! I highly recommend this firm and would not hesitate to call on them again! read more

I have had great experiences working with both Polina and Diana. I worked more closely with Diana on day-to-day, and she made my job easier! She was a great though partner, knowledgeable about the law, and really wanted what was best for the company. They both did a great job at understanding the issue I was coming in with, and tailoring the solution to match the company's needs while being compliant. I learned a lot working with both of them, and would/will go to them in the future. read more

I am so happy I was referred to you, Polina. I am truly in awe of what you and your team do. Your work has given me another chance to build a better life here. I don't even know how to fully express what this means to me, but I deeply and sincerely thank you. read more

I really wish there was a 6 star rating on yelp to give Bernstein and Friedland,PC ! Diana listened attentively to our situation and followed up with emails and phone calls. She was candid when needed but yet positive and supportive as well. She is extremely knowledgeable about employment law and I felt more than safe in her hands as she guided us through the difficult task of a risky termination. I am a small business owner but she treated our case with just as much care and attention as a large corp and for that I am tremendously grateful. I highly recommend Bernstein and Friedland to any size company for any labor/employment law needs. read more

I worked with Polina Bernstein and Alex on a case and I am very impressed and extremely happy with their performance representing me. I found them to be more thorough and intelligent than other attorneys in this arena. They also have excellent negotiating and investigatory skills. I would only trust them going forward if needed. read more

I was referred to Diana Friedland by a close business associate who highly recommended her firm. Diana was very strategic in dealing with me to solve my issue and it worked out to my extreme satisfaction. Diana was very realistic and efficient as to her time which kept the billing very reasonable. If I need assistance in the future, I will absolutely return and will definitely be a referral source. read more

Amazing employment law firm. Very knowledgeable and professional representation with great results. It was a pleasure working with you and your staff. read more

We've been lucky enough to work with Diana Friedland as our organizations Employment lawyer for many years now and I cannot say enough good things. Always available. Always professional. Takes my calls when i just need to think something through and is always ready to guide us in the right direction. Has helped create our employee handbooks and contracts and is quick to reach out when there are changes in the legal system that require updates to our papers and processes. truly feel like she's a partner in our organization and looking out for our best interest and the best interest of our employees. read more

I am incredibly grateful that a colleague recommended Bernstein & Friedland to me for my unique work-related situation. Diana Friedland took the necessary time to hear and truly listen to my extenuating circumstances surrounding the details of my incident so that we could craft the best response to the claimed allegations against me. The result of Diana's strategic approach is that the investigation was finalized with no actions taken against me. Diana not only helped me keep my job, she actually saved my 28+ year career with my employer. I enthusiastically recommend Bernstein & Friedland. read more

I would highly recommend Bernstein & Friedland, they are smart, efficient, direct and results driven. Polina and Diana will be honest, truthful and give you facts first. Thank you, Ladies! read more

I could not be more thankful to Bernstein and Friedland, PC Law Group. They were very caring, patient and helpful. They took the time to really listen and hear me out. Outstanding work ethic demonstrated throughout the process and a very satisfying final outcome. Very grateful to Polina, Diana and the rest of the staff at Bernstein and Friedland, PC for being patient with me and supporting me through this difficult time in my life. If you're looking for a firm that treats its clients with the utmost respect and care then I highly recommend Bernstein and Friedland, PC. Thank you again, Polina, for being my voice! read more

I offer my deepest thanks to Polina Bernstein, not only for her amazing work and legal acumen, but for the support she provided to me during one of the most difficult times in my life. She believed in me when I had a hard time believing in myself. She showed me that some good could come from a terrible situation, then made that good actually happen--which still feels pretty miraculous to me. I will be forever grateful to Polina, Diana, and Alex for advocating brilliantly on my behalf and achieving an outcome that has given me the time and space I need to rest, recover and heal. read more

Bernstein & Friedland is one of the best employment law firms in Los Angeles! Polina and Diana provide vigorous representation to their clients, thinking proactively about the best resolution of the case. They both are very professional and responsive. Highly recommended for any labor law disputes! read more

Diana Friedland is the consummate professional. My experience with her was extremely positive from the start. Best words to describe Diana are: Extremely patient. Great listener. Straightforward about the facts. Trustworthy. Understanding about my legal needs. Very knowledgeable, well versed and clear about the law. Quick to respond to my questions and concerns. In summary, Diana is a great person. If/when I need to seek council again, I would not hesitate to call her. She has an excellent reputation among her peers and was referred to me by several. I highly recommend Diana Friedland. read more

I strongly believe in specializing when it comes to the practice of law. When you go to an attorney who has devoted their entire practice area to one subject matter, you get an attorney who knows what they are doing and are well versed in the nuances of that particular area of practice. For employment law, Bernstein and Friedland are the only firm I trust. I am an attorney (not labor & employment) and when it was time for me to hire an employee, I immediately called Polina Bernstein and made an appointment to have her help me set up a hiring practice and HR policies that are in compliance with the law. My father was threatened by a lawsuit involving one of his employees and I referred him to Polina without hesitation. Not only did she handle the matter efficiently, she handled it in a way that left my father and his company completely unscathed. I'm so fortunate to know Polina and Diana. I will continue to refer to them without hesitation. Thanks for helping my dad ladies. You really are remarkable. read more

Diana is a fighter-- she is a fiercely effective and strong advocate who will unapologetically protect you and your company no matter what. She responds to our questions and concerns within a day and genuinely cares about us as clients. She is the best writer, the most sincere and caring attorney, and exactly the type of advocate I was searching for. What makes her unique is her creative problem solving skills and winning legal strategies as well as her attention to the most minute details that suddenly invalidate any lie we hear from the opposing party. I would recommend her tenfold and would not hesitate to retain her services whenever needed. Trust me-- I have worked with hundreds of attorneys as general counsel and common sense is not common, nor is an attorney of this caliber-- she is simply one of the best out there, above five stars. Hands down. read more

I hired Polina to represent me for a case and I couldn't be more pleased with my choice. In addition to being extremely professional and timely with emails and updates Polina took my case seriously and was a real champion for me from start to finish. Her prepared documents and responses were always well put together and left me very impressed with how well she laid out the information. I always felt safe and confident that her and her talented team were handling my best interests and I would recommend her to any one of my friends or family. read more

I am so fortunate to have found Bernstein and Friedland. Their compassion through my difficult time was very helpful. They only moved forward in the way that made me comfortable in my case. They are very professional and knowledgable. Thank you read more

Polina and Diana took my case, and assisted me through the difficult process. They would answer questions and concerns professionally and efficiently. Their advice proved to be beneficial, and my case was resolved in a positive manner. Smart, effective, and proactive, I truly appreciate their time and expertise, in handling a very sensitive issue. Thank you! read more

I was referred to Polina & Diana by a trusted source and could not have been more happy with the referral. I've never been in a situation where I needed legal representation before and thus my situation required a great deal of guidance and patience. Polina & Diana were happy to answer any (and all of my many) questions and did so promptly and thoroughly. It is very clear that they are experts in their field and truly have mastered the law inside and out. They made sure I was informed of what was going on at all times and that I was in the driver's seat in terms of next steps along the way. They are very professional, but also are both incredibly empathetic and comforting during what can be a stressful time. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone who is in need of representation. read more

To say I highly recommend Diana from Bernstein and Friedland, PC would be an understatement. Any person or company needing employment law/labor legal council would be very wise to retain her services. She is an outstanding attorney. Diana, may not always tell you want you want to hear. She is direct.But, she will assuredly tell you what you need to hear and know, which is critical. Equally importantly, she will provide with you with excellent and extremely competent legal representation. Her attention to detail, her responsiveness and the genuine care she demonstrates for you as a client make her a standout. Because of all of her strengths, whomever is on the other side of the negotiation or dispute will know they are up against one of the best. I'm thankful to Diana for what she accomplished on my behalf and give her the highest of recommendations. read more

Diana and Polina are sisters and they are beast! You WANT these women representing you. They will rip opposing counsel a new one! Diana is amazing at what she does, knowledgeable, professional, detailed and understanding. Going through a situation where you need to retain an attorney is stressful, but Diana makes the process smooth. She is on top of it and truly cares about the person they are representing. She emails and calls, will never be MIA. I am so happy with the outcome of my case! I can't rave enough about Diana and Polina. Just know who you hias an attorney in any situation will make or break your case! I never thought I would need to retain an attorney or even know what my rights are, but these two women educated me and I can't be more great full that I found them. Thank you so much!! read more

Polina and Diana were able to provide me with amazing legal representation during an incredibly difficult emotional time in my life. Their understanding of the labor code and the complexities of employment law was such a huge factor in not only helping me feel relaxed about a situation that was potentially stressful, but also a factor in the ultimate positive outcome. It was very enjoyable for me to actually watch these ladies work. They are brilliant, dynamic, thoughtful, empathetic, resourceful and dedicated. I have never been in a situation where I required legal representation before and I certainly never hope I am again, but without hesitation I would recommend Bernstein & Friedland to anyone requiring help with matters of employment law. They do an incredible job. read more

I am eternally grateful for Polina, Diana, and Alex. From the very first evaluation phone call, I could tell they were going to be amazing and helpful. This team was constantly available to answer my questions, and were always straight with me. I appreciated they didn't sugar coat stuff, and told me how it was (even if it was hard to hear). I can't recommend this firm enough. read more

Being involved in a lawsuit was very stressful. Polina was the only attorney out of seven that didn't add to the stress. She seems like she is very knowledgable in her field of labor law. She made me feel like she was fighting for me. She is very good at followup. She conveyed information in a clear and simple way. She added her recommendations when needed. Her assistant was great. Overall it was a good experience, I would definitely use her services again. read more

I was referred to Diana Friedland for an employment case. Upon meeting Diana, her experience and attention to details were obvious, and I had no hesitation hiring Diana to handle this case. The professionalism, intelligence and persistent efforts that ensued resulted in closing the case to my satisfaction. I would recommend Diana Friendland without hesitation, and will go back to her again for legal matters regarding employment law. read more

I've never had any type of legal experience before meeting Polina Bernstein and Diana Friedland. I had no clue on what to do or what to expect. Fortunately, I was introduced to Polina and Diana. They were very professional and helpfithroughout everything. They explained everything so clearly and never was there any confusion of what the next step was going to be. I would recommend Bernstein and Friedland to anyone looking for representation! You won't ever go wrong choosing them! read more