About Trent
Practical labor and employment litigator and counselor
Trent Cunningham takes a practical, business-oriented and solution-driven approach when defending and advising his clients in employment matters. He defends clients in litigation matters, including wage and hour and FEHA/Title VII lawsuits. Trent’s other experience includes:
- Handbook drafting and guidance
- Employment and separation agreements
- General prevailing wage compliance, including tribal and inter-tribal entities
Experience in Action
- Provides client wage and hour compliance counseling and advice regarding employment practices.
- Defends clients in employment litigation, including drafting briefs and handling discovery, court appearances and working with experts.
Successes
- Negotiated favorable settlements in multiple wage and hour cases.
- Developed employment practices for reducing labor related liabilities.
Capabilities
Professional & Civic Activities
- San Diego County Bar Association
News & Insights
- News Release
- SeminarWorkplace Law 2025
Education
- University of San Diego School of Law (J.D.)
- University of California, San Diego (B.S.)
- Physiology, Neuroscience
Bar Admissions
- California
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of California