Sharon Rachel Vinick

Sharon Rachel Vinick

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Oakland, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

66 Franklin Street, Suite 300, Oakland, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 36 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1989

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Vinick Hyams LLP

66 Franklin Street, Suite 300, Oakland, CA, 94607

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Sharon Rachel Vinick's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lisa | April 28, 2021 | Employment & Labor

Passionate, quick to respond, patient and sincere. Tremendous help during a trying time.

After being highly recommended to me I reached out to Sharon Vinick for advice on parting ways with my employer. The situation was very tense and I was certain I would walk away with nothing. While speaking to Sharon she explained my rights in a clear, calm and professional manner. She explained m...y options and the possible consequences of each one. Her confidence gave me the confidence I needed to negotiate a good severance package and bring closure to a very unpleasant employment relationship. I was fortunate my situation was resolved quickly but I would not have hesitated to hire Sharon to represent me if things got ugly.

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Diligent, strong, patient, and ethical

I hired Sharon for a rather sensitive case--and my very first time seeking legal services. I couldn't have asked for a better partner. Sharon is knowledgeable, sharp, and a tough negotiator. But more importantly, she was patient, kind, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire ordeal. Sharon e...ased my fears while simultaneously fighting tirelessly on my behalf, working diligently to secure every last detail. I cannot fully express how thankful I am to have had someone who treated me with such care (and with a bit of humor, which goes a long way in these situations). What more could you ask for than a sensitive but persistent lawyer who gets results?

Posted by Carol | September 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Sharon is a lifesaver!

I was referred to Sharon by my tax accountant who noticed that my work status as a contractor by the company I was working for appeared to be a misclassification. Sharon responded immediately to my first phone call and set up a meeting after work hours close to my office. During our first meeting she... clearly explained my situation from a legal standpoint and was happy to take my case. As other reviewers have noted, what struck me most was her incredible compassion and support on a personal level. I knew I had someone on my side. Throughout this excruciatingly difficult period, she was always there for me, responding immediately regardless of the time of day, including weekends and giving me the courage to continue through this stressful process. She demonstrated complete fearlessness and strength in taking on a company represented by one of Silicon Valley's most high-powered law firms, defending my position regardless of the opposing side's determination to deny me any redress for the company's glaringly bold violation of numerous labor laws. I really feel that I could not have found a better attorney, in both her level of legal expertise and her personal caring and support. She also was quick to respond to a number of questions I had with a subsequent company I worked for, at no charge. Look no further than Sharon Vinick!

Posted by Jack | August 24, 2017

Professional, Compassionate and Personable

Needing legal advice about 10 years ago, I was referred to Sharon by a trusted friend and I was immediately struck by her supportive nature and directness in offering sound legal advice. Just recently I was, once again, in need of legal assistance and I immediately thought of her. Of course, she di...d not disappoint me by providing caring, compassionate and concise advice. Sharon is a great lawyer because she cares about people. I highly recommend her!

Posted by Ron | August 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

More than satisfied with performance and result

Sharon was very passionate, professional, and competent in representing me on my employment discrimination and retaliation case. She paid close attention to all details, and prepared me very well for depositions. In my first meeting with Sharon, I made it clear what I would and would not be willin...g to accept for a settlement. Sharon never wavered in helping achieve my goal. We were 100% successful without having to go to trial. I could not have asked for better legal representation.

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Sharon Rachel Vinick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rachel Terp

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sharon is an excellent attorney. She is a zealous advocate who shows incredible integrity in everything she does."

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Rebecca Kagin

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Sharon Vinick litigating cases for over a decade. Sharon is one of the most incredible attorneys and people I have encountered. Her litigation prowess and industry knowledge is robust and deep. She is empathetic, and able to serve a wide range of clients expertly. Sharon is always many steps ahead of the game. Anyone who works with Sharon either as a client or co-counsel is very fortunate indeed!"

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Jean Hyams

Unknown lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"To say that I endorse Sharon Vinick is the understatement of the century. For going on 15 years I have been lucky enough to be her law partner, and there has not been a day when I have not benefited from her as a thought partner, a strategic partner and a business partner. Her skills in negotiation, litigaiton and trial are exceptional. Our co-counsel rave about working with her, which is not surprising since her generosity as a colleague is unparalleled."

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Stephen Jaffe

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Top 50 Women Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Top 100 Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Top Lawyers In Northern California, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Partner, Levy Vinick Burrell Hyams LLP

2010 - 2012

Managing Partner, Dickson Levy Vinick Burrell Hyams LLP

2005 - 2009

Partner, Vinick Law Firm

1997 - 2005

Of Counsel, McGuinn, Hillsman & Palefsky

1991 - 1995

Staff Attorney, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law

Associations

2010 - Present

State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Section

Executive Committee

2001 - 2006

San Francisco Bar Association group

Executive Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Dr. Meena Zareh v. USC, County of Los Angeles, Guillermo Andres Cortes

$12 million award to plaintiff

Todd Milan v. City of Vallejo

$3.2 million for Plaintiff

Castro v. White Cap Construction, Inc.

Settled for $5.5 million

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Education

1987

Harvard Univ Law School

law

1984

Univ of California Berkeley

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2009

NELA Annual Conference

Annual Update of CA Law

2009

CELA Annual Conference

Annual Update of California Law

2008

CELA

Annual Update of CA Employment Law

Publications

Languages

English

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