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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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2017 | Employment & Labor

Genuinely Helpful

Sharon took the time on a Sunday evening to provide much needed advice on a severance agreement. She is supportive, understanding and kind setting a high bar for legal professionals everywhere.

Posted by Ashley | November 28, 2017 | Sexual Harassment

The hero during my great tribulation

When I was sexually harassed at work by someone in a position of great power, I didn’t feel fully protected by human resources, so I decided to seek legal counsel. Thankfully, I was referred by a friend to contact Sharon. This was the first time I've ever had to contact a lawyer. I reached out vi...a email and didn’t expect to hear back so soon. When you’re in a battle, time is of the essence and Sharon understands this. Her response time was so incredibly fast. Over a series of emails and phone calls, Sharon counseled and coached me every step of the way throughout the long, dismal, drawn out process with HR. Sharon was able to help me get everything I needed and wanted from my employer without having to go to court. The result was a creative solution that I am very pleased with. Before Sharon, I was completely consumed by anxiety, hopelessness, and anger. Sharon turned all of that around for me. She gave me the gift of peace and empowerment during one of the darkest times of my life. If I come across anyone seeking legal counsel for work matters, I will ALWAYS refer them to Sharon. Trust me, you want her on your team. She is a force to be reckoned with.

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 Lauren | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Knowlegable, Confident, Gets the job done - and a pleasure to work with.

I was referred to Sharon when I found myself in an unexpected situation dealing with maternity leave. After one meeting I had no doubt that she was the only person I'd trust to resolve the issue in my best interest. Sharon was on top of every detail and in control of every twist and turn that we ...encountered. She (along with her entire team) was patient with my questions and made sure I understood the laws, my options, and every possible outcome. Through the long process I always felt Sharon was accessible for anything I needed. In the end it was her extensive knowledge, confidence and solid execution that won the day. Sharon is an incredibly intelligent and talented attorney. She cares about her clients and is passionate about her work. I'm glad to have had the opportunity to work with her and would recommend her in a heartbeat.

Posted by Elizabeth | August 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Prompt and effective legal assistance

I had a very positive experience with Sharon on a legal matter. I found her to be highly knowledgable, strategic, prompt in her follow up and quite effective. I definitely would recommend her to anyone seeking legal assistance.

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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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Employment and labor lawyer

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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