RH Labor Law Group

RH Labor Law Group

Welcome to RH Labor Law Group

Employment Law Attorneys in Alhambra, CA since 2011.

Commitment to Public Service

Mr. Hsu has consistently demonstrated a commitment to supporting businesses and employers in fostering a fair and productive work environment. Early in his career, he assisted employers in navigating labor laws, ensuring their businesses comply with regulations and supporting them in resolving workplace issues effectively.

For California Employers

Are you facing any of the following challenges in managing your workforce?

  • Ensuring fair compensation for all hours worked by employees
  • ❓ Addressing issues related to workplace discrimination or harassment claims
  • ❓ Managing disputes over wages, commissions, or reimbursable expenses
  • ❓ Facing any other challenges related to employment laws or workplace management

We can help!

RAY HSU

Attorney at Law | California State Bar No. 276412

Education

University of Arizona — B.A. in Communications and Media Arts (Double Degrees), Minor in Japanese Studeis, Magna Cum Laude 
UC Hastings College of the Law — J.D., 2010
1. Awarded Civil Litigation Concentration Certificate
2. A.B.A. Mock Trial Competition team member (Employment Law)
3. Completed all available Labor & Employment law courses (2007-2010)
4.Judicial Intern/Enternships:
  • Hon. Teri L. Jackson, Felony Trial Dept., San Francisco Sup. Ct. (now Justice, 1st Dist. Court of Appeal, Div. 5)
  • ALJ Torkington (Ret.), U.S. Dept. Of Labor
  • ALJ Linda Overton, U.S. E.E.O.C. (EEO Hearings – draft MSJ rulings)
Admitted to the California State Bar, June 2011

Professional Experience

Appointed as California State Bar Attorney’s fees Disputes Arbitrator.
Law Offices of Ray Hsu & Associates, P.C. — Founder & Managin Partner (2011–Present) 
  • Primary focus on litigation in California and federal courts, emphasizing employment law.
  • Extensive trial and appellate experience, including multiple published decisions.
  • Languages: Fluent in Mandarin Chinese; conversant in Cantonese and Japanese.

Our Partner

Minh D. Phan
  • Pepperdine University School of Law, JD
  • Partner, Attorney at Law. (Cal State Bar No. 318203) 

Thomas Chang
  • Bachelor of Law degree, The University of Edinburgh, U.K.;
  • LLM Degree, University of Southern California School of Law;
  • Master of Law, China Tsinghua University School of law,
  • Associate Attorney (Cal. State Bar No. 361529)
RAY HSU
Attorney at Law | California State Bar No. 276412

Education
University of Arizona — B.A. in Communications and Media Arts (Double Degrees), Minor in Japanese Studeis, Magna Cum Laude 

UC Hastings College of the Law — J.D., 2010

1. Awarded Civil Litigation Concentration Certificate
2. A.B.A. Mock Trial Competition team member (Employment Law)
3. Completed all available Labor & Employment law courses (2007-2010)
4.Judicial Intern/Enternships:

  • Hon. Teri L. Jackson, Felony Trial Dept., San Francisco Sup. Ct. (now Justice, 1st Dist. Court of Appeal, Div. 5)
  • ALJ Torkington (Ret.), U.S. Dept. Of Labor
  • ALJ Linda Overton, U.S. E.E.O.C. (EEO Hearings - draft MSJ rulings)
Admitted to the California State Bar, June 2011

Professional Experience
Appointed as California State Bar Attorney’s fees Disputes Arbitrator.
Law Offices of Ray Hsu & Associates, P.C. — Founder & Managin Partner (2011–Present) 
  • Primary focus on litigation in California and federal courts, emphasizing employment law.
  • Extensive trial and appellate experience, including multiple published decisions.
  • Languages: Fluent in Mandarin Chinese; conversant in Cantonese and Japanese.
 

Our Process

Investigation

Internal Knowledge

Legal Research

Solution

Legal Practice Areas

Mr. Hsu represents both employees and employers in a broad range of employment-related matters, including:

  • Workplace discrimination

  • Retaliation for workplace injuries

  • Sexual harassment

  • Unpaid wages

  • Wrongful termination

  • Workplace privacy violations

  • Misappropriation of trade secrets

  • Wage and hour disputes

His legal work primarily involves courtroom and jury trial litigation under California and federal employment laws.


Professional Affiliations

Mr. Hsu is an active member of several professional legal organizations, including:

  • American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

  • State Bar of California

  • Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association


Community Involvement

Outside of his legal practice, Mr. Hsu is a dedicated community volunteer. He regularly serves as a judge and scoring attorney for mock trial competitions hosted by nonprofit organizations such as the Constitutional Rights Foundation, mentoring students and promoting civic engagement.


Representative Achievements & Notable Cases

Cruz v. Fusion Buffet, Inc. — Published appellate decision (57 Cal.App.5th 221 (2020), San Diego County). Trial and appellate counsel.

Li v. CA Department of Industrial Relations — Published appellate decision (53 Cal.App.5th 877 (2020), Los Angeles County). Trial and appellate counsel.

Achem v. Superior Court of California (Los Angeles County) — Civil writ of mandate; emergency stay granted. Reversed trial ruling  on summary judgment. Court of Appeal Case No. B282801 (2017). (10% average success rate)

Chen v. Superior Court of Los Angeles County — Civil emergency writ of mandate on motions in limine. Case No. B271038. (Denied, but one Justice voted in favor on docket).

Lou v. Orange County Superior Court — Civil writ of mandate (employment law). 4th Dist., Div. 3 (2025). (Denied after 2 months consideration).

Kaqilo, Inc. v. Cindy Chou, et al. — Anti-SLAPP appeal, partial reversal. Trial and appellate counsel. Court of Appeal Case No. B256243.

Buta Buddhism Research Center v. Lai, et al. — Real estate fraud. Preserved trial record and obtained appellate reversal based on due process violations. Case No. B297255.


Professional & Volunteer Activities

University of Southern California — Bridges to Business Program

Speaker, Employment Law Zoom Seminars (2023–2025).

Collaborations with Bet Tzedek Legal Services.

Constitutional Rights Foundation, Los Angeles

Volunteer scoring attorney & mock trial judge (senior and junior high divisions, 2018–2025).

Served in-person, via Zoom during COVID, and returned to in-person judging at Stanley Mosk Courthouse.


Entrepreneurship & Nonprofit Leadership

RX Entertainment (S-Corp) — Founder & Executive Producer (2022–Present)

Primary investor and sole executive producer.

Managed international film finance and entertainment law issues.

Short Film (2024) achieved IMDb rating

LASBOC NONPROFITFounder & Board Member (2025–Present)

Established 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on strategic legal reform.

Oversight of IRS 1023/501(c)(3) applications.

Success Cases

Tang v. Regional Center Holdings Group Inc.

Los Angeles Superior Court, Case No. BC549876

In a complex defamation action involving two employment law boutique firms that filed a cross-complaint for wrongful termination, Attorney Ray Hsu obtained a complete defense victory. The Hon. Steven Kleifield (Ret.) granted Mr. Hsu’s Motion for Summary Judgment and denied the opposing parties’ cross-motion. The statutory writ appeal was later denied, and the case was ultimately resolved on favorable terms.
Result: Defense Summary Judgment Granted – Writ Denied – Case Settled.

Dai v. Crystal Hotel LLC

Los Angeles Superior Court, Case No. BC620154

Tried to a jury verdict in a sexual harassment defense case where the plaintiff sought over $1 million in damages. The jury awarded $81,023.07, + $0 punitive damages.
Result: Jury Verdict – Award Reduced from $1,000,000 Demand to $81,023.07 – No Settlement.

Liao v. Sahn Sahn International, Inc., et al.

Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. 20STCV02919 (2022)

Defended a Mandarin-speaking client in a high-stakes civil action, securing a full defense judgment despite the client’s language limitations and multiple failed settlement attempts.
Result: Defense Judgment – No Settlement.

Alejandra Ramirez v. Yingde Hao

Los Angeles Superior Court, Case No. BC709016 (2022)

Represented the plaintiff in a sensitive sexual harassment trial and obtained a judgment exceeding $100,000 after trial. The result demonstrated the firm’s ability to advocate effectively for victims of workplace misconduct.
Result: Plaintiff’s Verdict – Judgment Over $100,000 – No Settlement.

Yingde Hao v. Szechuwan Garden Restaurant, et al.

San Bernardino County Superior Court, Case No. CIVDS1808257 (2021)

Successfully defended a restaurant owner in a wage-and-hour trial, establishing the management exemption and obtaining a complete defense judgment. Judge also entered a Judgment of Dismissal with Prejudice to the Private Attorney General Act (PAGA)
Result: Defense Judgment – No Settlement.

Orange Grove Service, Inc. v. Dimiya, Inc., et al.

Orange County Superior Court (2017)

Achieved a complete defense judgment even though the client was unable to testify due to visa restrictions in China. The Court further granted the motion for attorney’s fees, confirming the firm’s strategic litigation advantage.
Result: Defense Judgment + Attorney’s Fees Awarded – No Settlement.