Xinying Valerian

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Xinying Valerian

also known as Xinying Chi, Yingying Chi

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Class action Lawyer at Berkeley, CA
Practice Areas: Class Action, Employment & Labor, Wrongful Termination ... +3 more

2222 Harold Way, Berkeley, CA

About Xinying

Biography

Tenacious advocate with track record of success for employees and consumers.

Leveling the playing field for workers and consumers through tenacious class actions and whistleblower and Private Attorney general impact litigation.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Class Action 35%

Representing plaintiffs in class, representative and collective actions to vindicate important employee and consumer rights, winning compensation and programmatic changes to corporate policies and practices.

15 years

35%
Employment and Labor 30%

Advising and representing employees in severance and contract negotiations. Recovering unpaid wages, lost earnings and benefits, and seeking penalties when possible.

14 years

30%
Wrongful Termination 15%

Representing employees and whistleblowers in wrongful termination and retaliation cases.

14 years

15%
Discrimination 10%

Representing employees seeking justice against discrimination in all its forms. Expert in pay and promotion claims, and disability, medical leave, and reasonable accommodations

14 years

10%
Consumer Protection 5%

We fight unlawful and deceptive practices and vindicate the rights of consumers under state and federal laws. We provide the expertise and resources to level the playing field against the biggest companies.

8 years

5%
Sexual Harassment 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 750-1050 per hour

Contingency

30%-45%

Pro bono

1 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Valerian Law, P.C.

2222 Harold Way, Berkeley, CA, 94704

valerian.law

Online Presence

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Xinying Valerian's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (15)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top Notch Legal Experts + Empathy

Valerian Law is unquestionably top notch. After decades of solid career achievements, I found myself in a challenging situation at work quite unexpectedly. A new supervisor engaged in very inappropriate and illegal conduct (to say the least). I reached out to about two dozen employment law attorneys;... half of them didn't even care to respond. From a few who responded, VL stood out quite impressively from the get go. Xinying personally responded to my initial message within 24 hours. In every communication, whether via emails or calls, I found her to be extremely prepared and thoroughly engaged, with right advice for me. I was highly impressed by her solid legal expertise, sheer professionalism, remarkable responsiveness and above all - keen interest in doing what was best for me (the client). She values empathy and mutual respect, and that was clearly reflected in our interactions. My matter was resolved fairly quickly with a very favorable outcome. I very highly recommend Xinying and Valerian Law. Thank you Xinying!

Posted by anonymous | September 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Advocate in Employment Law

I had the privilege of working with Xinying Valerian, who represented me during a challenging employment dispute. Her expertise was invaluable in navigating the complexities of pre-litigation, mediation, and EEOC investigations. Xinying’s deep knowledge of employment law, combined with her strategic ...thinking, made a significant difference in my case. From the beginning, Xinying was thorough in understanding every detail of my situation. She provided clear guidance and was incredibly responsive, keeping me informed and prepared at every step. During mediation and EEOC investigations, her negotiation skills were outstanding, always advocating for my best interests while remaining professional and composed. Xinying’s commitment to achieving a fair outcome was evident throughout the process, and I felt genuinely supported and represented. If you need a compassionate and thoughtful employment attorney who will go above and beyond to protect your rights and secure the best possible result, I wholeheartedly recommend Xinying Valerian. She is a true expert and a dedicated advocate. Thank you, Xinying, for your exceptional work and unwavering support during a difficult time!

Posted by YP | April 30, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A compassionate employee advocate

It was a great pleasure to consult my case with Xinying, who impressed me with her compassion, knowledge, and professionalism. During our conversation, she was a quick learner of case specifics, asked pertinent questions, and advised based on the facts. She promptly followed up on our initial consu...ltation to check on the progress. Even though her busy schedule prevented her from taking my case, I greatly appreciated her making every effort to make sure that I found a representation for a worthwhile case.

Posted by David | June 22, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent service! Greatly appreciated!

Xinying is very knowledgeable and analytical. She saw through the critical points of a complex matter quickly and was able to offer advice candidly.

Posted by Taylor | April 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgable, Responsive, and Reliable

Unfortunately I found myself in two separate situations where I needed legal employment advice and fortunately I found Xinying in the first case, then returned to seek her advice again the second time too. In both cases, she was immediately responsive and available to answer all my questions in a tim...e-sensitive manner. She was upfront about what she could offer and what I could expect to pay and receive. She and her team made me feel informed about my options and confident about my decisions. She personally proof-read all my exchanges with my former employers which made me feel secure and stronger than I would have without her. I have since recommended her to several friends and colleagues when needed, and am thus recommending her here too.

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Xinying Valerian's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Xinying
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Dominic Valerian

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Family member

"My wife Xinying is an excellent attorney. She is brilliant, extremely hard working, and puts her clients first."

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Jacklin Rad-Rastegar

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stefanie Roemer

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Henderson

Consumer protection lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Field

Consumer protection lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jenifer Rajkumar

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Sullivan

Consumer protection lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Grant Morris

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Palmer

Consumer protection lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert McKnight

Civil rights lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Melzer

Consumer protection lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Deborah Marcuse

Consumer protection lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Felicia Medina

Civil rights lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Katherine Kimpel

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Heisler

Consumer protection lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Sanford

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dominic Valerian

Litigation lawyer

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Sherri Hansen

Employment and labor lawyer

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Qiaojing Zheng

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, 2016 & 2017, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Partner, Valerian Law, P.C.

2012 - 2017

Managing Attorney, Sanford Heisler Sharp, LLP

Associations

2022 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member, Wage & Hour Committee

2022 - Present

California Women Lawyers

Member

2018 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Bay Area

Member

2017 - Present

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Equal Rights Advocates

Litigation Committee Member

2013 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - 2017

California Employment Lawyers Association

Chair of Barristers Committee

2015 - 2017

California Employment Lawyers Association

Board Member (Ex Officio)

2014 - 2018

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member, Education Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Brooke v. Aurora Behavioral Healthcare / Signature Healthcare

PAGA Settlement & Judgment providing penalties payments and programmatic relief

Chettero v. Aurora Behavioral Healthcare

$6.25 million class and PAGA settlement reached on eve of trial.

Branner v. Covenant Aviation Security

Class action settlement

Fletscher v. Overland Solutions, Inc.

Class Settlement Approved by the Court, Awards Disbursed to Class Members

Abrishcamcar v. Oracle America, Inc.

$15.5 Million PAGA Settlement After Two Phases of Trial.

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Education

2007

New York University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Harvard University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Wage & Hour Litigation & Management Conference

Wage & Hour Case Law Developments

2021

2021 Workshop

Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) Trials

2020

CELA Annual Conference

Taking Critical Depositions During a Pandemic

2017

Annual Conference of the California Employment Lawyers Association

PAGA Today and PAGA Tomorrow: Moderate-Advanced Issues in PAGA Litigation

Publications

2008

New York University Journal of International Law and Politics Note, Properly Managed Temporary Labor Migration: A Model for Rights and Development for Labor-Sending Countries?

Languages

Mandarin

English

Activity

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