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Practice Areas
Workers’ Compensation Defense
Background
Admitted to Practice by the State Bar of California: 2024
Number of years in Worker's Compensation: 0
Number of years with Mullen & Filippi, LLP: 56
Juris Doctorate from Santa Clara University School of Law in 2024
Bachelor of Art History from The University of Texas at Austin in 2021
Career Basics
Dea Sula joined Mullen & Filippi in 2026 as an Associate Attorney. She began her workers’ compensation practice in 2026, representing applicants in California workers’ compensation matters. She now represents employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators with respect to workers’ compensation claims and related matters.
Education
Dea received her Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law in 2024, where she served as Senior Articles Editor of the Santa Clara Journal of International Law, published a scholarly article in Volume 22 of the Journal, and received the Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in Negotiations. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Art History with a minor in Architectural History from The University of Texas at Austin in 2021.
Professional Membership
Dea is a member of the State Bar of California and the Texas Exes, the official alumni association of The University of Texas at Austin.
Personal Note
Dea chose to practice workers’ compensation law because it combines legal analysis with practical problem-solving. She enjoys that every case presents unique facts and challenges, making the work both engaging and rewarding. Having represented both injured workers and now employers, Dea has gained a well-rounded perspective and believes that taking the time to understand every side leads to stronger advocacy and more effective solutions. She works closely with clients to navigate complex issues, develop practical strategies, and resolve matters efficiently while keeping their clients’ long-term goals in mind.
Outside of the office, Dea enjoys finding balance between a fast-paced legal practice and the activities that allow her to slow down and recharge. She loves traveling and exploring destinations with rich history and architecture, interests that grew from her studies in art and architectural history. Dea also enjoys gardening, caring for her growing collection of houseplants, and spending quality time with family and friends.