San Francisco Employment Attorneys & Lawyers
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Steven Stark
Thomas Bark
Ali Shalchi
Eric Alspaugh
Alexander Nahai
Rebecca London
Troy Krich
Ryan A. Woods
Michael Mowery
Mark Mcguinness
San Francisco Employment Lawyers
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Legal Services Offered by Our On-Demand San Francisco Employment Attorneys
Our experienced San Francisco employment attorneys & lawyers can help guide you on how to proceed with various employee decisions such as reviewing employee documents such as contracts, agreements, policies, and handbooks, along with difficult decisions such as firing, lawsuits, claims, and complaints.
Although not every single employment contract will require legal assistance, many employment lawyers would recommend avoiding unilateral employment contracts that strongly benefit one side over the other. These types of employee contracts rarely hold up in court, yet having the funds needed to combat an issue in court can limit the employee's options.
A confidentiality agreement and a non-compete agreement are common forms of employee contracts that one of our San Francisco employment attorneys can help customize for your business. If your business needs to fire an employee, proper measures should be taken from a business legal standpoint to ensure proper communication and a smooth transition of dismissing that employee. In any case, we suggest you connect with our employment attorneys to discuss your options.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 1018 reviews for Labor & Employment attorneys in California
Review Employment Agreement
"Danny is prompt, knowledgeable and nice to work with."
Madhu K
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Pleasanton,
CA,
4 days ago
Terminate Employment Agreement
"Seth was clear in his advice. Very effective."
Anupom S
.
San Jose,
CA,
13 days ago
Student Termination Consultation
"Attorney Mark McGuinness provided a thoughtful and professional preliminary assessment regarding my educational dispute matter. He communicated clearly, responded in a timely manner, and explained both the strengths and limitations of the case in a realistic and understandable way. I appreciated his honesty, attention to procedural concerns, and practical guidance regarding possible next steps. His assessment helped me better understand the legal and administrative aspects of my situation."
Jesus M
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Pittsburg,
CA,
21 days ago
Employment Disputes Consultation
"Sean was very knowledgeable and helped me to think through what actions to take to manage my risk. He executed the agreed upon work very quickly and stayed within the scope we agreed to. Would definitely work with him again!"
Frances S
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San Jose,
CA,
about 1 month ago
Legal Review of Employment Agreement and Employee Handbook for California Franchisee
"Absolutely enjoyed working with Rebecca! Timely information and relevant advice for my situation. I have been recommending her to anyone who asks about Employment documentation."
Darien K
.
Mountain View,
CA,
about 1 month ago
Review Contractor Agreement
"Great experience working with David Yamaguchi. He was responsive, detail-oriented, and brought clarity and structure to my agreements. I especially appreciated his ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical, business-focused guidance. Highly recommend."
Henry C
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San Francisco,
CA,
3 months ago
Review Contractor Agreement
"Lauri provided a clear and timely review of our agreement and identified several important legal considerations. She was professional, responsive, and helpful throughout the process."
Mimi Y
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Los Angeles,
CA,
3 months ago
Consult on Employment Agreement
"Gene was communicative, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. I appreciated his timely response and quick engagement to help me with legal guidance and provide his expertise."
Wen Z
.
Irvine,
CA,
3 months ago
Assist with Other Labor & Employment Matter
"I have worked with Marina for the past two years and she has always provided excellent counsel, feedback, work and project completion. I would highly recommend her for any CA employment needs."
Lori R
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Temecula,
CA,
3 months ago
Contractor Agreement
"Alisha delivers once again! There is nobody else on this platform I would work with. I am a return customer and will absolutely be back for the next contract I need reviewed. Thank you Alisha! Look no further than her for your needs."
Samuel D
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Los Angeles,
CA,
5 months ago
Review Severance Agreement
"Rebecca is a very skilled and knowledgeable in CA state employment law. As counsel, she is professional, plain-spoken and will help you understand the different stages/status points as you move through the process. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."
S T
.
Los Angeles,
CA,
6 months ago
Review Severance Agreement
"Really enjoyed working with Stacy."
George M
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Burlingame,
CA,
8 months ago
Employment Disputes Consultation
"Great attorney! Highly recommend."
Georg S
.
Lake Forest,
CA,
8 months ago
Review Employment Agreement
"Jake has consistently provided thorough yet fast review and targeted recommendations - with no proposed changes for changes sake. Highly recommend."
Carl L
.
San Rafael,
CA,
8 months ago
Draft Contractor Agreement
"Wonderful job and communicated perfectly. Would work with him again in a heartbeat."
Kincade B
.
Covina,
CA,
9 months ago
California Contract Dispute
"Ian was very helpful and attentive to my needs. Highly recommend."
Shahaf A
.
Los Altos,
CA,
9 months ago
Startup Labor and Equity Dispute
"Sagar was incredibly thorough, responsive, and professional throughout our engagement. He took the time to understand the nuances of my situation, crafted a strong and well-articulated demand letter, and provided thoughtful guidance even beyond the original scope."
Ahmya R
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Los Angeles,
CA,
10 months ago
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Equity Ownership and Non-Compete Advice
"Really quick response time, very fair pricing - my issue ended up being less intensive than we thought and they refunded part of my retainer, which I really appreciated. Very upfront, honest, and professional. Would absolutely recommend to family and friends and would definitely use again if needed!"
Melissa S
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El Granada,
CA,
10 months ago
Employee Termination
"After interviewing several lawyers, we selected Paul for his knowledge and straightforward approach. His communication is prompt and thorough, and he genuinely seems to consider our interests. The fees are fair for the quality of service provided. Overall, a professional and efficient legal partner."
Tina Z
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Oakland,
CA,
about 1 year ago
Assist with Equity Compensation
"Great experience working with Dmitriy. The collaborative nature and insights he brought to the table were invaluable."
Charles I
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Los Angeles,
CA,
about 1 year ago
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