Jeannette A Vaccaro

Jeannette A Vaccaro

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 16 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Appeals

One Embarcadero Center, Suite 1200, San Francisco, CA

About Jeannette

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Contingency

35%-45%


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 16 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2009

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro

One Embarcadero Center, Suite 1200, San Francisco, CA, 94111

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Jeannette A Vaccaro's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Ana | May 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Gem of a lawyer, hire her!!

A legal battle is definitely not an easy thing to go through. You definitely want someone that will advocate and fight for you, but also listen. She took the time to explain everything and go over our best options with this case. Jeannette is the most impressive and empathetic attorney I have ever en...countered. She was true to her word, she did what was best for me as a client to resolve my case and it was a favorable outcome. I would highly recommend her. An attorney that cares and advocates the way she does is rare- a true gem!

Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

A strategic, thorough, and proactive attorney, and supporting too.

Jeannette helped me with a discrimination and wrongful termination case which resulted in an outcome I was thrilled with. Jeannette not only managed the legal process strategically and doggedly which lead to an very favorable resolution, but she also helped restore my confidence as a professional per...son by guiding me to document what they did. Jeannette developed an excellent rapport with the co. outside counsel which helped create a productive negotiating environment. She also was very thorough in explaining options and risks so that I felt informed making decisions. I strongly recommend Jeannette - she's a terrific person and attorney.

Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

An Advocate for the Employee

Jeannette Vaccaro provided excellent advise and consul during a trying period of my career. I was wrongfully terminated and my former employer threatened to not pay my severance package nor provide cash payments for my company shares. Jeannette clearly explained my former company never provided prop...er accommodation for my disability and in fact was discriminating against me. With Jeannette's guidance, I was able to negotiate a settlement agreement that provided the payments I was due as well as protect my good name and career.

Posted by Mike | December 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Professional, Competent, and Caring

I was put in touch with Jeannette by a family friend who recommended I pursue my previous employer for unpaid wages. I was unsure what to expect as I had never been in a situation to want/need legal counsel. The first time I spoke with Jeannette, she spent 20 minutes with me on the phone, going o...ver my situation. After our initial conversation, I later sent over all the documents I saved to support my case, and Jeannette took care of everything from there. Six months later, I am extremely happy with how my case turned out. Jeannette was not only professional and competent, but also caring and understanding. Jeannette is clearly passionate about what she does, and cares about her clients. Throughout my six months working with Jeannette, we set regular, scheduled phone calls to review any new information, and develop plans for resolution. The entire time I felt well taken care of, and confident in my case. I am extremely thankful I was put in touch with Jeannette, and cannot recommend her enough.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Negotiated a better settlement

Attorney Vaccaro helped me with my maternity discrimination case when I was wrongfully terminated from my job. I was offered a very generous severance and was advised by many attorneys whom I consulted with to take it and sign my release. However, Attorney Vaccaro encouraged me to pursue my case, aft...er giving me a VERY thorough and long consultation. Throughout the case, she was very professional, responsive and detailed. She took her time to explain her process and made sure to include me in every decision, while offering her professional advice. Ultimately we decided not to pursue litigation because she was able to negotiate a higher severance and a change in the release terms. I would highly recommend her for any area of employment and labor lawsuits -- she's the best!

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Jeannette A Vaccaro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Stillman

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am thrilled to provide an enthusiastic endorsement for Jeannette Vaccaro, an exceptional attorney practicing employment law. Having been lucky enough to work alongside Jeannette at McGuinn, Hillsman & Palefsky, I can personally attest to her unparalleled legal skills and the outstanding results she achieves for her clients. During our time together at McGuinn, Hillsman & Palefsky, I had the opportunity to witness Jeannette's expertise in employment law firsthand. Her approach to handling complex legal matters is nothing short of impressive. One of Jeannette's greatest strengths lies in her ability to connect with her clients on a personal level. Her empathetic and compassionate approach not only puts her clients at ease during challenging times but also fosters a sense of trust that is crucial in attorney-client relationships. I wholeheartedly endorse Jeannette as a preeminent employment attorney."

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John McGuinn

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"We are colleagues. She is an outstanding advocate, who is thoroughly knowledgable in the employment law field"

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Traci Hinden

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jeannette is a ball of dynamic, kick ass energy. I would not want her on the other side of a case.... She's a straight shooter and very committed to employee rights. She's refreshing and brilliant!"

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Fred Anderson

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have review many of her pleadings and can attest to the fact that they are outstanding. Her courtroom advocacy is also outstanding."

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Kelly Armstrong

Discrimination lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2009

Magna Cum Laude, Lewis & Clark Law School

2007

Best Brief, Lewis & Clark Law School

2007

Best Oral Argument, Lewis & Clark Law School

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro

2013 - 2018

Attorney, McGuinn, Hillsman & Palefsky

2009 - 2012

Associate Attorney, Busse & Hunt

2006 - 2009

Law Clerk, Anderson & Anderson

Associations

2015 - Present

San Francisco Barristers Club

Committee Member

2013 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Marin County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Marin County Women Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

San Francisco Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2009 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2013 - 2015

Queen's Bench Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2012

Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation

Board Member

2007 - 2012

Oregon Women Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Confidential

Settled out of court

Curran v. Schools of the Sacred Heart - San Francisco

Jury Verdict for Plaintiff on her Labor Code Claims

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Education

2009

Lewis & Clark Law School

J.D.

1999

University of California - Berkeley

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Employing Interns and Volunteers: The Laws You Need to Know Employing Interns and Volunteers: The Laws You Need to Know

Publications

2015

American Association for Justice: NLD Sidebar Young v. UPS: New Life For Pregnancy Discrimination Cases

2013

Plaintiff Magazine (California) Dutra and the Future of Wrongful Termination Claims

2011

Labor and Employment Law: Private Sector, Oregon State Bar Continuing Legal Education Coauthor, Equal Employment Opportunity: Enforcement

2009

Interpreting Oregon Law, Oregon State Bar Publication Coauthor, Chapter 1 "Text and Context"

Languages

English

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