Yu Tong

Yu Tong

also known as Vincent Tong

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

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

1999 Harrison Street, 18th Floor, Oakland, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

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TONG LAW

1999 Harrison Street, 18th Floor, Oakland, CA, 94612

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Yu Tong's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Janelle | February 19, 2026 | Employment & Labor

Class action consultation

I had a very helpful consultation with Vincent Tong regarding an employment class action involving my time at a major tech company. He walked me through my options and their legal implications. Vincent was clear, patient, and honest about what could and could not realistically be done, which I really... appreciated. I left the call with a much better understanding of my situation and next steps, and I felt informed and supported, not pressured. I would recommend him to anyone looking for thoughtful, employee-side employment law advice, especially tech workers navigating complex workplace issues.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Executive contract consultation

Vincent Tong's assistance in structuring and negotiating my contract was exceptionally helpful. He was highly responsive, promptly replying to my questions, and demonstrated a clear understanding of my specific needs and goals throughout the process. His expertise ensured that the contract terms were... fair and aligned with my needs.

Posted by Christine | September 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Business

TONG LAW reliable legal support!

I highly recommend TONG LAW to any business owner who wants smart, reliable legal support. When I was getting ready to launch my business, a creative coworking and art studio, I turned to Vincent Tong for guidance on how to set everything up the right way. Vincent served as our outside legal counsel.... He advised on different business entity options, explained the legal risks, and helped lay the proper legal foundation to best protect our business. Vincent drafted our membership agreement and advised on all aspects of the legal side of the business; Vincent made the legal side of launching a business feel clear, strategic, and totally manageable. He even attended the grand opening and his personal touch made me feel like he really cared about our professional success. I am so grateful to TONG Law and Vince's legal services for my small business.

Posted by Tanya | August 29, 2025 | Employment & Labor

Highly Recommended

I know Vincent as a sharp, trustworthy, and compassionate lawyer. I needed to make a referral for someone close to me who was dealing with a major issue with his employer and I recommended Vincent. I'm glad that I did. Vincent responded immediately and took the time to understand what was going on an...d offered thoughtful analysis and recommendations. Vincent was also very calm in his approach. His insightful knowledge helped in this pretty stressful situation and guided us to a solution that we're happy with. I'm incredibly grateful for his support, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend TONG LAW to anyone navigating a workplace issue.

Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2025 | Employment & Labor

Great help all around

I found myself in a very difficult employment circumstance, and knew of Vincent's excellent reputation, particularly amongst legal professionals. I reached out to him and on a consult he gave me great advice, point ed out things I never would have known to look out for or be vigilant or, and just gav...e me good advice in general for a very difficult time. With his pointers, I was able to secure a much better outcome for myself.

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Yu Tong's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam Carlson

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have gotten to know Vincent Tong as a highly reputable, well-known and well-liked attorney in the Bay Area legal community. He is extremely knowledgeable. I have appreciated the consultations I've had with him when a case or client I'm representing has an overlapping issue involving employment/labor."

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Joan Herrington

Employment and labor lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Tong is a skilled and passionate advocate on behalf of his clients. I have referred potential clients to him in the past, and will continue to do so."

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Ian Van Leer

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alice Cheng

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vince is an intelligent, hard-working, and well-spoken go-getter. I've had the pleasure of working on a number of different projects with Vince. I noted firsthand how dedicated he is to anything he has devoted his time to. I know that this is the same can-do attitude that he uses everyday in his practice."

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Michael Makdisi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michelle Jun

Federal regulation lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've had the pleasure of working with Vince and have come to know him as an incredibly compassionate and dedicated attorney. He is both extremely smart and extremely personable, oftentimes a rare combination to find in an individual."

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Sally Elkington

General practice lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tina Tran

Unknown lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jo-Anna Nieves

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Tong is a diligent, focused, knowledgeable and personable attorney who holds leadership positions and actively participates in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."

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April Seo

Unknown lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked and consulted with Mr. Tong on various matters over the years. In my experience, Mr. Tong has always been thorough and pragmatic in his approach. I find Mr. Tong to be an effective advocate and a great colleague. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordan Ciliberto

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In all of my interactions with Mr. Tong he has proved to be a highly qualified attorney who is responsive and an effective advocate for his clients."

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Neville Fernandes

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Tong is an experienced and very knowledgeable employment lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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David Reagan

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Tong for a number of years. His knowledge of employment law is extensive and he is a strong advocate for his clients. Moreover, Mr. Tong is professional, ethical, and has a strong presence in the local community. Whenever I need to make a referral for an employment law issue, Mr. Tong is my first and only choice."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Distinguished Service Award - New Attorney, Alameda County Bar Association

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Pro Bono Recognition Award, Santa Clara University School of Law

2008

Best Oral Argument, Trial Advocacy - Santa Clara University School of Law

2007

Thurgood Marshall Civil Rights Scholarship, Santa Clara University School of Law

1999

Arts and Leadership Scholarship, Oberlin College

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney and Counselor at Law, TONG LAW

2009 - 2009

Trial Fellow, San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association

2009 - 2011

Law Clerk, The Veen Firm, PC

2008 - 2008

Law Clerk, Consumers Union

2008 - 2008

Judicial Intern, Superior Court of San Francisco

2003 - 2007

Community Organizer, Center for Media Justice

Associations

2021 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

President - Board of Directors

2015 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Executive Board Member

2013 - Present

Asian American Bar Association

Newsletter Committee Member

2013 - Present

Earl Warren American Inn of Court

Associate Member

2012 - Present

California Lawyers for the Arts

Referral Attorney

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

EDD Unemployment Insurance Appeal

Appeal won

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Education

2010

Santa Clara University School of Law

Juris Doctor

2003

Oberlin College

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Legally Asian Private Law Practice

Publications

2014

Asian American Bar Association Profile on Vince Chhabria

Languages

Mandarin

English

Activity

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