Anthony Sbardellati

Partner

asbardellati@grove.law

Office:  310.853.6020
Direct:  310.853.6151

Anthony Sbardellati is a seasoned litigator known for his steady judgment, creative problem-solving, and deep commitment to integrity.

He represents a diverse range of clients—from individuals and entrepreneurs to closely held businesses and global corporations—in high-stakes commercial, employment, and complex civil litigation.

Anthony combines principled advocacy with strategic thinking to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively. His experience spans matters involving breach of contract, fraud, business torts, discrimination, and wage-and-hour issues. Clients trust him to distill complexity, anticipate risk, and craft solutions that align with their values and long-term goals.

Widely respected for his creativity and calm under pressure, Anthony has negotiated dozens of favorable resolutions—often without mediation—by building credibility on both sides of the table and identifying unexpected paths to resolution.

Among his notable results is the dismissal with prejudice of a sprawling federal lawsuit involving 27 claims across five states.

Whether advocating in court or crafting quiet resolutions behind the scenes, Anthony delivers sharp strategy, sound judgment, and meaningful results—anchored in a practice guided by integrity.

    • J.D., University of Southern California Gould School of Law, 2006

    • B.A., University of California, Los Angeles, 2003, magna cum laude

  • BAR:

    • California

    COURTS:

    • Supreme Court of the United States

    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of California

    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of California

    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California

    • U.S. District Court, Central District of California

    • LGBTQ+ Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

    • Los Angeles Business Journal, 2024, “Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s,” Honoree

    • Super Lawyers Magazine, 2010, 2013-2021, Listed in California as a “Rising Star” for Employment & Labor: Employer

    • Leadership Council on Legal Diversity, Fellow, 2016

    • ASA Staffing Success, Author, “Navigating California Summer Litigation Traffic,” August 1, 2025

    • 2025 ASA Staffing Law & Compliance Conference, Speaker, “How to Thrive in 2025: Top Compliance Issues in the Staffing Industry,” May 8, 2025

    • American Staffing Association, Staffing Today, Author, “Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals Holds That Time Spent Traveling To and From Assignment Locations May Be Compensable,” November 21, 2024

    • American Staffing Association Webinar, Speaker, “California Litigation Avoidance Through Labor Code Compliance,” July 16, 2024

    • Daily Journal, Co-Author, “New Legislation Limits the Scope of PAGA Claims and Caps Penalties, but May Result in Increased Litigation,” June 28, 2024

    • Law.com, Quoted, “Here’s What’s in the Proposed ‘New PAGA’ Law,” June 25, 2024

    • Staffing Industry Review, Co-Author, “How to Mitigate 3 Common Litigation Risks,” May 29, 2024

    • American Staffing Association Law Conference, Speaker, “PAGA Update,” May 16, 2024

    • National Association of Travel Healthcare Organizations Annual Conference, Speaker, “PAGA Update and Labor Code Compliance Overview,” May 2, 2024

    • National Association of Travel Healthcare Organizations Annual Conference, Speaker, “PAGA Update and Labor Code Compliance Overview,” May 4, 2023