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Katherine Forster and Margaret Maraschino from Munger, Tolles & Olson have been featured in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys list. Forster, recognized for her extensive experience in class actions, and Maraschino, notable for her strategic counsel in employment matters, exemplify the firm’s commitment to excellence. Additionally, Max Fischer has been acknowledged as a Labor & Employment Lawyer of Influence. Their achievements highlight the firm’s collaborative culture and significant contributions to the legal community.
Los Angeles – Two partners from Munger, Tolles & Olson have been recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys list. Katherine Forster and Margaret Maraschino have both made significant contributions to the field, with Forster receiving this distinction for the fourth consecutive year and Maraschino being recognized for the third time. Additionally, Max Fischer, another partner at the firm, has been acknowledged as a Labor & Employment Lawyer of Influence.
Katherine Forster is noted for her extensive experience, having litigated over one hundred class, collective, and representative actions. She specializes in assisting companies with navigating sensitive claims, often working at the pre-filing stage to mitigate potential legal challenges. Forster has represented clients such as BlackBerry in a high-profile case involving a former executive. Furthermore, her representation of the Downtown Women’s Center resulted in a significant legal victory, where she successfully defeated certification of all but one narrow claim in a wage and hour class and PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) action.
Margaret Maraschino plays a crucial role in defending against various legal challenges, including wage and hour class and collective actions, discrimination claims, and termination disputes. Her expertise extends to providing strategic counsel on employment matters, especially in the context of corporate transitions and mergers. Maraschino’s client base includes internationally recognized celebrities and prominent leaders across diverse sectors such as Silicon Valley and Hollywood, showcasing her influence in the industry.
Max Fischer contributes to the firm’s accolades by representing companies in a range of labor and employment matters, from internal investigations to wage and hour compliance and employee transitions. His experience encompasses both individual and class employment litigation, dealing with various claims including those related to discrimination and pay inequity.
In addition to the recognition of its partners, Munger, Tolles & Olson is also commended for its collaborative culture and impactful work within the legal community. The firm invests in mentoring and career development, fostering an environment where attorneys can thrive. With over 200 lawyers across its offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C., the firm emphasizes a distinctive workplace that values empowerment, inclusion, and social impact.
The Los Angeles Business Journal annual listing highlights leaders in labor and employment law based on their influence, expertise, and contributions to the industry. Being named among these leaders not only reflects individual accomplishments but also underscores the broader reputation of Munger, Tolles & Olson as a leading legal resource in labor and employment issues.
As the landscape of labor and employment law continues to evolve, recognized attorneys like Forster, Maraschino, and Fischer are at the forefront, helping to shape legal standards and practices within the industry. Their efforts not only benefit their clients but also contribute to the overall integrity and development of employment law.
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