Do Men Or Partners Get Paternity Leave?

Paternity leave is just as important for new fathers and partners as it is for new mothers. If you feel as though your employee has not offered you proper paternity leave or has denied your request for paternity leave altogether, our firm is here to help.

Los Angeles Employment Lawyer on Paternity Leave Laws

Expectant mothers have the right to take a period of maternity leave to care for themselves and their soon-to-be-born children and to bond with their newborns. However, fathers and spouses may find themselves needing to take time off, as well.

Unfortunately for fathers, employees who request paternity leave may also face unfair treatment from employers. Sometimes, employers do not understand the laws regarding paternity leave. Other times, they may just be resistant to grant this right because of sex or gender.

To find out if you or your spouse qualifies for maternity leave for fathers and partners, contact our employment lawyers. We have over four decades of combined experience in employment law. We understand the defenses commonly used by employers and their insurers to deny new fathers parental leave. Our discrimination lawyers can help you identify your right to file a family leave act violation or discrimination case. Our goal is to get justice for you, as well as for your coworkers and future employees who will also benefit from paternity leave.

FMLA for Paternity Leave

Under both state and federal family medical leave laws, California workers have the right to take time off to attend to family medical matters. Some of these laws can even provide qualified employees with a portion of their wages while on maternity or paternity leave, in addition to offering protection from wrongful termination.

One option for fathers and domestic partners taking leave for a child is the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Although FMLA leave is unpaid, it does afford parents the opportunity to take 12 workweeks to bond with their new child. Some employers allow employees to use paid vacation days while using FMLA leave to have income while on leave. See if you and your employer meet FMLA requirements for coverage by visiting our page on the FMLA.

How to Get Paid Paternity Leave

California is one of the only states to offer a form of paid family leave. Through the Paid Family Leave (PFL) program, workers can take time off for up to six weeks and still receive up to 55 percent of their wages.

The main point of criteria for using PFL is paying into the State Disability Insurance fund. This then qualifies almost every worker across the state to use the leave. The program is open to all spouses and registered partners of expecting mothers, in addition to parents and couples who are adopting a child.

A 30-Year Reputation. 100 Years of Combined Experience, Working for You

For more than three decades, now, the talented paternity leave attorneys at Kesluk, Silverstein, Jacob, & Morrison have been working closely to defend the rights of hardworking individuals in their families throughout Los Angeles and the surrounding communities. Our approach is a pragmatic one, which means you’ll be offered an unmatched level of support and transparency as we help you navigate the specifics of your case.

At the end of the day, employment law can be an incredibly challenging field. Employers are typically able to marshal resources and enjoy access to legal expertise that working individuals can’t always muster themselves. This is why we offer a free consultation to each and every one of our clients, and we always work on a contingency fee basis. This means that you don’t play unless our team guides you to a successful outcome.

Our robust team of experienced Los Angeles paternity leave lawyers has the experience and expertise needed to prevent compromise. We’ll hold your employer accountable and have been, in many cases, able to secure settlements for our clients that go above and beyond their initial expectations. If you’d like to learn more about how our team can help you defend your rights, reach out to us and set up your initial consultation today.

Paternity Leave Lawyers in Los Angeles, CA

All expecting parents have the right to take leave to care for a newborn or recently adopted child. Our employment law attorneys have the resources to successfully handle cases where companies offer maternity leave benefits but then deny fathers and partners the same employment rights. If you were unfairly denied any form of family leave, contact our Los Angeles employment law firm for assistance. We’ll help you understand the specifics of your case and guide you to an outcome that sees justice being served. Reach out and schedule your initial consultation to get started today.