Monica H. Bullock Obituary – Southern California Legal Community Mourns Bullock Death
RIVERSIDE, California — The Southern California legal community is mourning the loss of Monica H. Bullock, Esq., a respected employment attorney, Equity Principal at Jackson Lewis P.C., and Office Litigation Manager for the firm’s Riverside office. Monica passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of legal excellence, leadership, and mentorship that influenced clients and colleagues across California.
A Distinguished Career in Employment Law
With more than two decades of experience, Monica built a reputation as one of the region’s most accomplished management-side employment attorneys. She represented employers in complex workplace disputes, earning respect for her strategic thinking, integrity, and commitment to mentoring the next generation of attorneys.
Joining Jackson Lewis P.C. in 2018, Monica quickly established herself as a leading litigator. By 2025, she was promoted to Equity Principal and later became Office Litigation Manager for the Riverside office, overseeing litigation strategy and guiding colleagues across the practice.
Her expertise spanned:
- Wage and hour litigation
- Class action lawsuits
- PAGA defense
- Workplace discrimination and harassment
- Disability accommodation disputes
- Occupational safety compliance
Academic Excellence and Legal Scholarship
Monica earned her bachelor’s degrees in English and Political Science from the University of Colorado Boulder before graduating from the UCLA School of Law in 2000.
At UCLA, she distinguished herself as an editor of the UCLA Law Review and served as President of the Women’s Law Union. She later contributed to legal scholarship through articles on employment law, disability rights, and workplace policies.
Leadership Beyond the Courtroom
Monica was widely respected for helping employers proactively reduce legal risk through employment policy development, workplace investigations, arbitration agreements, and compliance counseling. Within Jackson Lewis, she served on specialized practice teams focused on wage and hour law, class actions, workplace accommodations, and occupational safety.
Colleagues described her as an approachable leader who balanced legal excellence with genuine care for those she mentored.
Professional Recognition
Her outstanding work earned numerous accolades, including the 2022 “Woman in Business” Award presented by Comerica Bank in partnership with the Los Angeles Lakers. This honor reflected her leadership and impact within the legal profession.
Remembering Monica Bullock
Friends and colleagues remember Monica not only as an accomplished attorney but also as a thoughtful mentor and compassionate professional. Her dedication to excellence, ethical advocacy, and passion for mentoring young lawyers helped shape countless careers.
Her passing leaves a tremendous void within Jackson Lewis and California’s legal community, but her influence will continue through the professionals she guided and the clients she represented.
Memorial service arrangements and tributes are expected to be announced by Monica’s family and colleagues in the coming days.
Rest in peace, Monica H. Bullock. Your professionalism, leadership, and compassion will be remembered for years to come.
