
Tel: 858-793-6244
JL Sean Slattery
PRINCIPAL PARTNER / FOUNDING MEMBER
Sean Slattery is the founding attorney of Carlsbad Law Group, A.P.C., a litigation boutique representing businesses, closely held companies, and individuals in complex civil disputes. His practice focuses on business litigation, employment defense, and commercial contract matters, with an emphasis on strategic execution and procedural advantage. Known for his disciplined approach and ability to navigate high-stakes conflicts, Sean brings clarity, leverage, and control to every phase of litigation.
He represents clients across a broad range of matters, including breach of contract, partnership and founder disputes, and conflicts involving ownership, compensation, and operational control. He frequently defends employers in wage and hour class actions, PAGA claims, and wrongful termination cases. His litigation experience spans industries such as healthcare, hospitality, technology, and service-based manufacturing—sectors where legal disputes often intersect with fast-moving business realities. Whether guiding a company through an internal breakdown or advising on litigation strategy in parallel with business operations, Sean delivers clear, focused counsel grounded in practical business judgment.
Beyond litigation, Sean regularly advises clients on day-to-day legal strategy, helping businesses manage risk, navigate sensitive internal disputes, and make sound decisions on contracts, personnel issues, and corporate governance. Clients rely on him for straightforward answers, strong positioning, and a steady hand in moments of pressure or transition.
Known for his command of both state and federal procedure, Sean builds case strategies that use discovery, motion practice, and timing to create leverage and advance client goals. His approach combines legal precision with a business-oriented mindset, earning the trust of clients facing both immediate disputes and ongoing operational challenges.
Sean earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He was raised in Del Mar and graduated from Torrey Pines High School. He now lives in Encinitas with his wife, Fiona, and their two children, Caitlin and Crew. Outside of his legal practice, Sean remains active in the North County community and enjoys surfing, golf, and coaching youth basketball.
Practice Areas
- Business Litigation
- Class Actions
- Commercial Transactions
- Construction Contracts
- Corporate Law
- Employment Law
- Environmental Law
- Personal Injury
- Products Liability
- Real Estate Litigation
- Technology Litigation
Education
- J.D., Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
- B.A., Communication, University of California, San Diego
Admissions
- State Bar of California
- San Diego Bar Association