Complete our online contact form to schedule your initial consultation with one of our experienced lawyers to learn how we can help you fight back. We understand the difficult circumstances employers face when burdened with the task of defending legitimate employment decisions. Our experienced San Jose employment defense lawyers will help prevent costly and time-consuming retaliation complaints. It is important to note that employment laws may vary widely by jurisdiction. In other words, rights which one state may protect may not be available under the laws of another state.
When possible, the firm also facilitates arbitration and mediation to resolve conflicts. It maintains a small-firm atmosphere where clients work directly with attorneys and receive personalized attention. Managing shareholder Nicholas Pastore served on the Civil ADR Panel and as Judge Pro Tem for Santa Clara County. Business litigator Susan Bower uses her depth of experience in commercial litigation to create advantages for clients. Working from the onset of litigation, Susan frequently is able to identify related claims and create strategic defenses, often overlooked by others, that further her clients' rights.



John joined Ferrari Ottoboni Caputo & Wunderling in 1999 in the tax, trust, and estate division. He completed his law degree from Gonzaga University School of Law and earned his LL.M in Taxation from the Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco. He primarily handles cases in the areas of income, estate, gift taxation, wealth transfer, post-death trust administration, and probate. He is well-versed in many state and federal tax matters and implications regarding estate planning tools and business structures. Clarence J. Ferrari is a founding partner of Ferrari Ottoboni Caputo & Wunderling.
In addition, SLG's employment and business litigation attorneys eagerly represent their clients in alternative dispute forums such as in front of the Labor Commissioner, and in arbitration and mediation. Employment LawOur attorneys can help you successfully and cost-effectively navigate employment rules and regulations. We often represent employers in disputes related to employment discrimination, sexual harassment, and wrongful termination. The Fair Employment and Housing Act , along with federal laws like Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, may govern these disputes. We help companies seeking to protect their trade secrets from departing employees who steal technology before leaving. We also defend employees and new employers from abusive trade secret lawsuits by former employers attempting to stifle legitimate competition.

Our attorneys draw from their involvement in local organizations to assist these community agencies in matters they need guidance with. Our commitment is to enhance these organizations, promote their sustainability, and augment the services they provide to clients and donors. Land Use and Municipal Law – The Land Use and Municipal Law group can navigate the intricate legal landscape governing urban development in Northern California. Our San Jose business attorneys collaborate with local governments, guiding them through legal complexities and policy formulation, as well as advice clients on zoning regulations, permits, and environmental compliance.
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With over 5 years of experience, I understand the challenges facing families when they begin to contemplate their future. I know that you want to make sure that you are leaving your loved ones in a good place, and I want to help you develop a comprehensive estate plan that allows you to achieve your specific objectives. Michel J. Rouhani received his Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree in 1992. To me, it doesn’t matter whether you wash dishes for a living or run a long-standing corporation.

Susan represents individuals and technology and other Silicon Valley companies and firms of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, in business litigation in state and federal courts. Business TransactionsStructure Law Group, LLP has experience attorney representing clients ranging in size from individuals and partnerships to publicly traded companies in business transactions of all type and size. SLG is also routinely involved in cross-border matters for both U.S. and foreign clients.
After I filed a lawsuit in October 2007 against Apple™ and AT&T over the iPhone™, I was featured on websites around the world including Businessweek.com, Forbes.com, MSNBC.com, and the USAToday.com. Most employment law cases are built on circumstantial evidence, meaning that you have to provide a valid theory and supporting evidence for your claim. For example, you may have to prove that you were harassed through a string of messages that corroborate your story versus a video that shows an employer committing a violation.

There are health procedures and equipment that many jobs require in order to ensure a safe working environment. However, many employers will cut corners with such things in order to save themselves money. If you’re in a workplace with improper equipment, blocked safety exits, and a lack of safety procedures, you may be entitled to compensation. We have gathered an experienced team of attorneys with over 120 years of combined and diverse experience and background that works together to get you the best results. Gina Azzolino is a Partner at MTSA and a Certified Family Law Specialist with the State Bar of California. With either mediation or the Collaborative process you will have control of the decisions that are made and will be firmly supported, legally and emotionally, in achieving a successful dissolution of your relationship.
Gathering all available evidence pertinent to the wrongful termination claim. We know the difference between right and wrong and have based our entire careers on reminding others of that distinction. We provide individualized legal advice and help, by phone and in person. "Before UpCounsel it was hard for us to find the right lawyer with the right expertise for our business. UpCounsel solves those problems by being more affordable and helping us find the right lawyer in no time."
Effective January 1, 2024, employers who front loaded should front load a lump sum of 5 days or 40 hours, whichever is greater. Employees under the accrual method must now carry over 10 days or 80 hours of accrued paid sick leave each year, rather than six days or 48 hours. Employees’ use of accrued paid sick leave may now be capped at 40 hours or five days’ paid sick leave. Find out if you have an employment law claim with a confidential initial consultation. In August 2022, the CBE approved Lincoln’s request for Registration as an Unaccredited, Fixed-Facility Law School, with a confirming inspection set for 2023. Lincoln is registered with the State Bar of California as a registered, unaccredited fixed-facility law school.