Alicia Olivares joined Ogletree Deakins following a litigation career spanning over 25 years, exclusively focusing on employment disputes. She has successfully litigated employment cases throughout California in both State and Federal courts and has a breadth of experience that covers all aspects of employment and labor matters. Prior to joining Ogletree, Alicia was a partner at a boutique employment law firm representing employees, giving her unique insight into the substance and strategic dynamics of nearly any dispute that comes before her. She has been routinely recognized by her clients and peers as among the top attorneys in the State. She has been selected by her clients and peers for inclusion in Super Lawyers™ every year since 2012 and has been named in Best Lawyers in America by the publishers of U.S. News & World Report, including in 2026-2027. Alicia is fluent in Spanish.