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Yu Tong
also known as Vincent Tong
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TONG LAW is a full service law firm providing litigation and transactional legal services to individuals and businesses.
No matter too large, no issue too small; at TONG LAW, our approach to problem solving is to harmonize exceptional client representation with practical legal solutions. We handle a multitude of civil matters, and represent both English and Mandarin Chinese speaking clients.
Our primary areas of focus are employment law, entrepreneurial and startup business law, immigration law, and trademark and copyright law.
Consistent with our commitment to running a green business, we are proud to operate as a technology-driven, paperless office. Our web hosting is 100% wind powered, we utilize webcam video conferencing, and we recycle and use environmentally friendly products.
Conveniently located in the historic Tribune Tower in beautiful Downtown Oakland, California, TONG LAW is easily accessible by various modes of eco-friendly transportation such as BART, bus, or bike.
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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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Posted by Lena | April 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Count on Tong Law to be professional & trusted
I’m grateful for the guidance and support Vincent Tong provided throughout my employment situation. I always felt informed and supported, and his practical advice made the process much easier to navigate. I highly recommend Vincent and TONG LAW to anyone dealing with an employment issue.
Yu Tong's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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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"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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"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."
"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."
"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."
"Mr. Tong is an experienced and very knowledgeable employment lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal 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
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 AssociationPresident - Board of Directors
2015 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationExecutive Board Member
2013 - Present
Asian American Bar AssociationNewsletter Committee Member
2013 - Present
Earl Warren American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2012 - Present
California Lawyers for the ArtsReferral Attorney
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
EDD Unemployment Insurance Appeal
Appeal won
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
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Possible to file federal trademark anonymously?
30 Oct 2013
Q&A
Auto Insurance company gave me a deadline to accept their settlement offer. What does this mean?
26 Sep 2013
Q&A
Hello. I am in California. My employer has cut my hours without notice, not providing me with a new schedule, is this legal?
23 Sep 2013