Sarah Rebecca Nichols

Sarah Rebecca Nichols

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Wrongful Termination

9 Pier, Ste 100, San Francisco, CA

About Sarah

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 650-800 per hour

Contingency

40%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

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Location

Nichols Law, PC 415-504-3095

9 Pier, Ste 100, San Francisco, CA, 94111

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Sarah Rebecca Nichols's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Diana | February 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Much More Than A Lawyer

If you're looking for a strategic and thoughtful partner in advocating for your rights - not just in handling the legalese, but navigating the highs & lows of the litigation process itself - look no further than Sarah Nichols. Sarah brings unparalleled, sharp legal expertise to the table with a c...reative and collaborative mindset that unlocks friction throughout what can be a lengthy and arduous legal process. Sarah's ability to keep the big picture in mind allowed our team to focus on priorities and necessary legal milestones despite the myriad of disruptions from opposing counsel over the course of 2 years. Sarah also navigated new COVID regs & ever-changing policies with ease; her being digitally savvy was a leg up in our process. As a fellow mother, Sarah also knew when to simply support me as a person having just experienced workplace discrimination and retaliation. I always felt heard, empowered and included as part of the process; never talked down to. She was a true partner and confidant, forever influencing (for the better) my personal path ahead. The words 'thank you' simply do not capture the amount of gratitude I have for Sarah and her team. They will be forever written in my story of life as critical influencers for the good ahead.

Posted by Alex | December 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Mediation

7 star service HIGHLY recommended

If you find yourself in a situation you need a competent bull dog of a lawyer to fight and win for you, call Sarah And her team. Her legal skills combined with her ability to communicate effectively in all contexts (Introduction intake meeting through mediation and terms negotiation) is unparalleled.... I can’t imagine another counsel that equals Sarah’s responsiveness (email, phone and text you name it!), ability to set and exceed expectations (prepared me for the processes and steps including what would happen), read the opposition, and ability to act and do what’s best for her client.

Posted by Michael | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Employment Case - Super Results

Sarah did a great job representing me in my termination case. I doubt the outcome for me could’ve happened with a different attorney (and I interviewed several attorneys prior to going with Sarah). She is thorough, transparent, and professionally objective. She expertly navigated the in-house couns...el team and was a constant advocate for my case. Her honesty and empathy made the difficult decisions easier to work through and was responsive when I needed to review or better understand case matters. I highly recommend!

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Sarah Rebecca Nichols's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Windsor

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Sarah for several years. She is a tough, experienced Aussie attorney who is dedicated to her clients and ensuring they obtain the best outcome in their matter. She is a tenacious litigator and conscientious coach, known for being highly responsive to her clients and colleagues. Sarah is an exceptional employment attorney, and one of my first points of contact for all employment-related issues."

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Deborah Rotenberg

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I needed an urgent consult on behalf of a valued client, and Sarah was able to take my call and provide sound guidance with hardly any advance notice. Really appreciated her immediate availability and professional demeanor, and my client was incredibly grateful for Sarah's counsel."

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Katherine Dulany

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sarah is a very smart and compassionate advocate with a great sense of humor. She is also very practical and knowledgeable about employment law issues. I admire her passion for justice as well as her genuine efforts to empower people all around her. She is truly a positive force in our legal community."

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Christina Kotowski

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Sarah is a smart, dedicated and effective litigator who fights hard for her clients."

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Lydia Mount

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Nichols is very responsive and has excellent resources. She is also very helpful."

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Anne VanderBroek

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Sarah Nichols as an excellent labor/employment attorney and fellow Boss Lady. She is has the training and experience of a big law firm, but offers the personal touch of a small business. Clients are in good hands with Sarah as their attorney."

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Stephen Ilg

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah has the superb training of top employment defense firms but now offers the personal attention of a small business through her law firm, Nichols Law. Plaintiffs and Defendants are in good hands with Sarah!"

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David Wang

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Sarah on several cases and can unequivocally state she is highly knowledgeable, personable and committed to her clients. She is an excellent and experienced attorney. She's also a fantastic, friendly and terrific person who is a pleasure to be around. I highly recommend Sarah."

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Jeffrey Windsor

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Patricia De Fonte

Estate planning lawyer

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Lydia Mount

Litigation lawyer

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Anne VanderBroek

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Stephen Ilg

Employment and labor lawyer

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David Wang

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

2023 Best Lawyers of America, Best Lawyers in America

2023

Best Law Firms, Best Lawyers

2022

2022 Edition of Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2022

2022 Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2022

Best Lawyers: Employment Law, Best Lawyers

2022

2023 Best Law Firms, U.S. News – Best Lawyers®

2021

2021 Northern California Super Lawyer, California Super Lawyers

2021

2021 Top Women Attorneys in Northern California, San Francisco Magazine

2021

Best Lawyers In America California 2021, Best Lawyers

2001

Zoe Hall Memorial Scholarship, University of Sydney

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Nichols Law, P.C.

2013 - 2016

Lecturer of Law, Uc Berkeley School Of Law

2011 - 2012

Adjunct Fellow, Hastings College Of Law

2010 - 2018

Partner, Ogletree Deakins

2008 - 2010

Employment Attorney, Littler Mendelson

2007 - 2008

Employment Attorney, Fisher & Phillips

2005 - 2007

Global Equity Associate, Baker & McKenzie, LLP

2003 - 2005

Employment & Litigation Legal Assistant, Morrison Foerster, LLP

2002 - 2004

Volunteer Advocate, San Francisco Legal Aid Society Employment Law Center

2002 - 2003

Litigation Paralegal, Epstein, Englert, Staley, & Coffey

2000 - 2001

Law Clerk, Blake Dawson Waldron, Attorneys

1998 - 2000

Summer Associate & Law Clerk, Phillips Fox, Attorneys

Associations

2020 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2019 - Present

Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law

Member

2007 - Present

Bar Association of San Francisco, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2007 - Present

San Francisco Barristers Club International Practice Section

Vice Chair

2006 - Present

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law, International Labor Law Committee

Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2004 - Present

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2013 - 2019

Youth Speaks

Board Member

2006 - 2007

Lawyers’ Club of San Francisco, Inn of Court

Member

2006 - 2007

Technology, Media and Communications Network of Advance

Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Knox et al v. Contra Costa County et al

Lyman v. IDEO, L.P.

Doherty v. FX PALO ALTO LABORATORY, INC. (FXPAL); FUJI XEROX CO., LTD.; FX GLOBAL, INC.

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Education

2001

University of Sydney

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Sydney

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2023

The Real Property Law Section 2023 Health and Wellness Retreat

Panelist on Strategies for Thriving as Women Lawyers in a Post-Pandemic World

2022

Startup Experts Fireside Chat Panel on Compensation and the New California Law

2019

SF Employer Advisory Council - AB 5 Presentation

California Assembly Bill 5

2019

Financial Executives International: Diversify Your Portfolio Panel on Diversity & Inclusion in the Workforce

2019

Bank of SF: Top 10 HR Issues Facing Nonprofits

Top 10 HR Issues Facing Nonprofits

2014

Barrister's Club of SF

San Francisco Family Friendly Workplace Ordinance & Other Local Ordinances

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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