The 2026 ELA Awards from Expert Law Attorneys have named Costanzo Law Firm, APC Best Employment Law Firm of 2026, recognizing the San Jose, California firm for its representation in workplace and employment matters.
About the 2026 ELA Awards
The 2026 ELA Awards highlight law firms that deliver for the people they represent. The program recognizes firms across a wide range of practice areas for their experience, their reputation with clients, their professional conduct, and their service to their communities.
Why Costanzo Law Firm, APC Earned the Recognition
Costanzo Law Firm, APC is an employment law firm serving San Jose, Palo Alto, Los Gatos, Campbell, Santa Clara and the greater Santa Clara County area. Founding partner Lori J. Costanzo leads a team that brings more than 25 years of experience litigating cases in state and federal courts throughout the Bay Area. The firm represents employees in wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, disability accommodation, equal pay, wage and hour, whistleblower and sexual harassment matters, along with business litigation, personal injury and mediation.
Results include a $4.8 million executive separation from a public Silicon Valley technology company, a $4 million gender equal pay class action against Farmers Insurance and a $3.4 million business litigation settlement involving an ousted founding member. The firm has been recognized by Super Lawyers, the Top 100 Trial Lawyers and Avvo, and is affiliated with California Women Lawyers. It develops individualized strategies for each client, pursuing resolution through mediation or arbitration when possible while remaining prepared for trial, and offers services in Spanish and Portuguese.
What the Award Means for Clients
For anyone dealing with a workplace legal issue, the ELA Award is a helpful signal when comparing firms. It reflects the experience, client service, and professionalism Costanzo Law Firm, APC brings to each matter. The best next step is always a conversation with the attorney about your specific situation.