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Stephen Noel Ilg
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Biography
Stephen Noel Ilg has helped hundreds of small businesses, consumers and employees in California enforce their legal rights.
Award-winning attorney, Stephen Noel Ilg has experience with all stages of litigation, from pre-suit investigation and early settlement all the way through trial. He also serves as President of the American Society of Legal Scholars and sits on the Board of Directors of the Conference of California Bar Associations.
Stephen Ilg focuses on employment and consumer law. He has earned two pro bono awards from the San Francisco Bar Association. He is the founder and President of the American Society of Legal Scholars and sits on the Board of Directors of the Conference of California Bar Associations.
He graduated from the NYU Schools of Law and Business where he received highest grades in every class in the business school and was a Dean’s Merit Award Scholar all three years in law school. His writing skills earned him a spot as a competitor on the Moot Court Team where he was later elected to become a coach. He was the only student in his law class to receive awards in every oral advocacy competition during 1L year. He also received the Norman Ostrow Scholarship his final year in addition to the Dean’s Merit Award Scholarship all three years. With the law school newspaper, he worked as a Staff Editor and Writer. He was published as a contributing author in Securities Compliance magazines throughout Europe.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
70%
14 years
Lawsuits and Disputes
30%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 650-650 per hour
Contingency
25%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 15 years
State: California
Acquired: 2011
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Stephen Noel Ilg
156 S. Spruce Ave., Unit 206A, South San Francisco, CA, 94080
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What Clients Mention
Professionalism (22)
Case Results (21)
Practice Area Knowledge (21)
Recommendation (21)
Advocacy (16)
Character & Conduct (16)
Communication Style (16)
Trustworthiness (13)
Responsiveness (12)
Compassion (10)
General Knowledge (10)
Cost of Services (6)
Staff & Support (5)
Free Consultations (4)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Alejandro | October 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Exceptional Team: Professional, Kind, and Effective
I worked with Stephen Noel Ilg and Nicolas Jupillat on a complex employment case, and I couldn’t be more grateful for their help. From day one, they were professional, knowledgeable, and attentive. They took the time to understand my situation in detail, explained every step clearly, and always made ...
Posted by Wing | July 15, 2024
Extremely helpful and provided great guidance
Even though Stephen was not able to take my case. He carefully explained my case and guided me what are my options to move forward. I can tell that he took the time to review all the information I provided through his intake form and follow up calls by his paralegals.
Stephen Ilg
Replied last August 23, 2024Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are grateful for your understanding and appreciation, even though we were unable to take your case. Stephen and our team are committed to ensuring that everyone who reaches out to us receives thorough guidance and a clear understanding of their legal options. It's important to us that all potential clients feel informed and supported, regardless of the outcome. If you have any more questions in the future or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out. We're here to help you navigate your legal journey, whatever it may entail. Sincerely, ILG Legal Office
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Truly recommending them.
Thank you so much Team ILG Paralegal especially to Atty. Sidney & Atty. Stephen for helping me with my case. Thank you for being responsive and addressing all my questions. I appreciate all your assistance, professionalism and empathy thus I am truly recommending them.
Stephen Ilg
Replied last August 23, 2024Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us at ILG Legal Office! We are truly grateful for your kind words and are happy to hear that you felt well-supported by our team. Attorneys Sydney, Stephen, and the entire staff strive to be responsive and empathetic to all our clients' needs, and your recommendation is the highest compliment we could receive. We understand that navigating legal challenges can be daunting, and it’s our priority to make the process as smooth and clear as possible. Thank you for trusting us with your case and please remember that we are here whenever you need further legal support. Don’t hesitate to reach out in the future. Sincerely, ILG Legal Office
Posted by GIB | March 29, 2024
Perfect experience
It was great to work with ILG attorney as consultant on my legal issue. Excellent professionalism, responsiveness, client-oriented attitudes, clear statements, openness for answering extra questions are impeccable and just few to mention. Definitely, would be returned client if needed, and recommend ...
Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination
Best Employment Law Firm
Navigating a wrongful termination is one of the most stressful experiences anyone can face. Thankfully, I had the incredible support of ILG by my side every step of the way. From the very beginning, Nicolas meticulously explored my case, leaving no stone unturned. This level of attentiveness made me ...
Stephen Noel Ilg's Lawyer Endorsements
"Stephen's background makes him an excellent advocate for his clients. He is responsive, experienced and can explain complex matters to his clients in clear terms."
"Stephen is an outstanding attorney, knowledgeable and expert in his field."
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"Stephen is one of the most caring and thoughtful lawyers I have ever worked with. I worked with him for nearly two years. He is also extremely sharp with an ability to research fine points in the law and see the bigger picture. I highly recommend him."
Sarah Nichols
Employment and labor lawyer
Elaine Dai
Business lawyer
Jonathan Alon
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Avvo's 2016 Client Choice Award for Employment Law, Avvo
2016
Top 10 California Employment Attorneys in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2015
Avvo's 2015 Client Choice Award for Employment Law, Avvo
2014
2013 Award for Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service, San Francisco Bar Association
2012
2011 Award for Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service, San Francisco Bar Association
Work Experience
2015 - 2016
Associate, EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS
2014 - 2015
Associate, SCOTT COLE & ASSOCIATES, APC
2013 - 2014
Associate, EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS
2012 - 2013
Associate, THE TOBENER LAW CENTER
2010 - 2012
Associate, SCOTT COLE & ASSOCIATES, APC
Associations
2016 - Present
ProVisorsMember
2016 - Present
Triple Nine SocietyAdmitted Member
2015 - Present
Mensa InternationalMember
2012 - 2015
The American Society of Legal ScholarsPresident, Counsel
2012 - 2014
Conference of California Bar AssociationsBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Consumer & Employment Attorney
Although most cases settle, I have trial experience in case yours doesn't.
Education
2010
New York University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
2010
NYU POLLACK CENTER FOR LAW AND BUSINESS
Advanced Professional Certificate in Law & Business
2005
University of California - Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Youth and the Law Seminar
Youth and the Law
Publications
N/A
Corporate Securities Magazines, EU
CESR Proposals to Regulate Short Selling
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers