Joel Van Parys

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DISC Type : Sc

Sacramento Office Managing Partner at CDF Labor Law LLP

Greater Sacramento, United States

Overview

Joel Van Parys is the Sacramento Office Managing Partner at CDF Labor Law, specializing in defending companies in employment litigation. With a J. D. from the University of the Pacifics McGeorge School of Law, he focuses on wrongful termination, wage disputes, and compliance, particularly for the technology, retail, and agriculture industries.

Outside of his legal practice, Joel maintains a connection to his alma mater, the University of California, Davis, and is an avid fan of the San Francisco Giants. He has also been involved as a godparent within his community, indicating strong personal ties.

He has a unique niche practice advising Californias craft breweries on labor and employment law compliance.

Personality Overview

Overcautious

Inflexible

Disciplined

They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much.  They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. They are always well-planned and adopt a systematic approach.

Topics They Care About

Workplace Compliance
He recently highlighted the urgent need for California businesses to implement comprehensive workplace violence prevention plans, showing his focus on proactive risk management for employers.
Employment Litigation
He has deep experience defending clients in high-stakes class action and PAGA lawsuits, focusing on wage and hour violations and employee misclassification.
Craft Brewery Law
He writes and advises on industry-specific issues, such as creating effective alcohol consumption policies for breweries to minimize employer liability.

Media Appearances

Joel has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
Sacramento Office Managing Partner at CDF Labor Law LLP
1-2023
Co-Managing Partner Sacramento Office at CDF Labor Law LLP
12-2018 - 1-2023
Partner at CDF Labor Law LLP
8-2005 - 1-2011
Attorney at Seyfarth Shaw
11-2003 - 7-2005
Attorney at Thurbon & McHaney

Education

2000 - 2003
J.D. from University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law
1997 - 2000
Bachelor of Arts from University of California, Davis

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During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

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  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • Expect them to be slow and cautious, encourage them to ask more questions

DONT's

  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Don't push them too hard to make fast decisions, give them time
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Joel is

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  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Joel

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Joel move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Joel take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

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