Maria Ann Bourn
About Maria
Biography
I represent employees in all aspects of employment litigation, with a focus on employment discrimination. I am a passionate and dedicated advocate and committed to fighting on behalf of employees to help ensure that we all enjoy equal access to employment opportunities. As the primary caregiver for my disabled brother, I have a unique prospective on the challenges employees with disabilities face in the workplace.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Law Office of Tanya Gomerman
601 Van Ness Ave., Suite 2052, San Francisco, CA, 94102
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Maria Ann Bourn's Reviews
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7 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by David | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Best Employment and Labor Lawyer in the Bay Area
Maria was the best lawyer I have ever worked with (simply amazing) and I was lucky to have found her. I was owed for vacation hours and I was at the point of nearly walking away, as a result of being too frustrated/scared to fight back. Maria was always in my corner and she managed to find an additio...
Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2017
Wonderful advice
Maria too the time to answer my questions thoroughly and promptly. She was very pleasant to deal with.
Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Settled my case in less than 30 days that was headed for trial.
Maria Bourne helped me in my discrimination lawsuit and settled my case in less than 20 days from my previous employer. She did everything in her power to win this case and she did so by that employer settling. Thank you, Ms. Bourne!
Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Wonderful help in negotiating severance
Maria helped me negotiate a severance deal with my (now former) employer when I was worried that they might not have my best interests at heart. From the moment I first got on the phone with her to the conclusion of the deal, Maria listened to me carefully, responded to my questions and concerns, and...
Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2016 | Wrongful Termination
Wonderful Employment Attorney
I contacted Maria when I was wrongfully terminated after taking FMLA leave for my husbands illness. Maria was such a sweetheart, she was the only attorney I contacted that actually took the time to answer my questions and was extremely helpful. I wouldn't hesistate to contact her again.
Maria Ann Bourn's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Maria is fantastic. I am watching her in action in a deposition as we speak. She is calm, collected and stealth. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated, compassionate and methodical counselor."
"I would most certainly endorse Maria for anyone in the San Francisco area needing help with an employment issue. I recently spoke with Maria regarding an issue we have both faced in employment law. Maria is smart, personable and knowledgeable. I have no doubt that she is a fine litigator and someone who is genuinely interested in helping people."
"Maria and I went to the same law school. I had to opportunity to know her on an academic level as well as professional level. She always seem to come up with brilliant and progressive ideas. Not only is she knowledgeable and smart, she cares for her clients. She has my endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Maria is an excellent attorney! She is always willing to help and share research with colleagues and represents her own clients with brilliance and preparation."
"Maria is a conscientious, dedicated attorney. She cares about what she is doing and sees things through to the end. She is on top of things and thinks ahead."
"Maria and I have been talking about strategy on cases for years.. I am always amazed by her. Just yesterday she told me a new action she takes on cases, and it literally changed how i will practice. She's determined, focused and extremely brilliant."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Women in Law, Lawyer Monthly Magazine
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Tanya Gomerman
2013 - Present
Of Counsel, Sarnoff + Sarnoff
2012 - 2013
Associate, Dolan Law Firm
2009 - 2012
Associate, Law Office of Pamela Pitt
Associations
2015 - Present
San Francisco Barristers ClubCo-chair
2015 - Present
Golden Gate Regional CenterMember of the Board
2011 - Present
San Mateo County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationCo-chair
2010 - Present
Palo Alto Area Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Phi Kappa Phi Honor SocietyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Appellate Victory
Writ Victory
Arbitration Award of $450,000
Jury Verdict and Attorney Fee and Costs award of around $420,000
Education
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Privacy Rights in Employment Litigation
2016
2016
Privacy Rights
2015
Discovery
2015
Proven Trial Techniques in Public Employee Cases
Publications
2016
2015
Languages
English