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Before I was an attorney, I spent approximately 10 years in the restaurant industry. I also started and ran a painting contracting company during college. Even in those non-legal positions, I found myself advocating for others who did not have much of a voice. Often these were low-level employees whose employers took advantage of them because they were young, female, immigrants, or did not speak fluent English.
Since graduating from law school in 1998, I have worked on a wide variety of cases, and for an even wider variety of people and businesses. Since starting my own firm in 2000, I have represented only small businesses and individuals--typically against wealthy individuals and powerful corporations. Although these defendants generally can afford the most expensive law firms, I have found that I can obtain justice for my clients through persistent and creative litigation.
Thank you for reviewing my profile. If you would like to speak about a potential legal matter, please feel free to call me or send me an email.
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Acquired: 1998
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Posted by Edgar | December 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
My Experience Hiring Anthony and Why You Should!
Anthony’s work has been exceptional for my family. After returning to the East Bay from working in the U.S. House of Representatives, I discovered that my mother was being paid roughly half of the legally required minimum wage. I reached out to several local attorneys, but none felt like the right fi...
Posted by Deanna | December 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Humble Mastery
Working with Anthony over the past two years has been an exceptionally supportive experience during one of the most difficult periods of my life. From our very first conversation—when he asked, “How are your students?”—I could see his humanity, kindness, and genuine care. Anthony is patient, strat...
Posted by Abhishek | December 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Goto for employment severance: Bold, strategic advocate who combines exceptional legal rigor with genuine empathy.
I had an outstanding experience working with Anthony on my employment case. From the very first interaction, he demonstrated a level of professionalism, empathy, and rigor that immediately set him apart. Anthony responded promptly whenever I reached out, ensured I felt heard, and took the time to ...
Posted by ALBERT | November 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Excellent work on back pay case
My family was involved in a dispute over back pay owed to my late father by his former employer. Dispite repeated requests for payment, the employer was not taking us seriously. We decided to seek professional legal help, and reached out to Anthony and his firm. During our initial consultation Ant...
Posted by Amber | October 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Extremely Skilled Attorney
Mr. Sperber is one of the most skilled and intelligent attorneys in the industry. I spoke with several attorneys initially. However, I was deeply impressed by his overall knowledge and perspective of what I was facing. I was grateful he agreed to help me. It initially seemed intimidating to pursue a...
"I have a current client who worked with Anthony on another unrelated matter. The client informs me that their experience with him was great and that he achieved a great result with diligence and speed. My first boss back in 2005 spoke highly of him too. I look forward to meeting Anthony and hopefully working with him on a case some day."
"Anthony is an outstanding lawyer. His expertise in labor and employment matters is second to none. He has a calm and re-assuring style, putting his clients at ease during sometimes difficult times. He is a true professional in this important field."
"Anthony is one of the most exceptional attorneys with whom I have worked. While co-counseling with Anthony on several matters, he has always displayed a high level of compassion and professional excellence As an experienced litigator and negotiator, Anthony is able to efficiently resolve complex litigation matters. As a natural mentor, Anthony has taught me something new each time that I have had the pleasure of working with him. By utilizing a variety of legal strategies, Anthony is able to obtain superior results for his clients in an efficient and timely manner. Accordingly, I endorse Anthony J. Sperber as both a consummate professional and skilled litigator."
"Exceptionally skilled, hardworking, dedicated and compassionate are the first words that come to mind when describing Anthony. He is an extremely competent and effective litigator that truly cares about his clients' best interests. His unrelenting work ethic is admirable and, along with his extensive legal knowledge, no doubt responsible for the successful resolutions he regularly attains for his clients. He is also a genuine person that cares about others. I highly recommend Anthony to anyone in need of a top-notch employment, business or consumer law attorney."
"Anthony is one of the most competent, bright, and focussed people I have ever worked with. His legal skills are excellent. He cares about his clients and wants to get them the best resolution possible. On top of it all, he is a truly pleasant human being, and he works hard to achieve fairness in the working relationships of others. I highly endorse Anthony Sperber as a superb attorney and an excellent person."
"I endorse attorney Sperber. In just a little over a decade of private practice attorney Sperber has established a solid reputation in Employment and Lemon Law cases - and more. His cases and reviews and reputation and web site content show his thorough knowledge of the law and desire to help his clients get great results. If his office is near you, I recommend him to you."
"I have worked with Anthony on several matters over the years. You will be hard-pressed to find a more skilled negotiator or capable advocate. Not only does he have an excellent command of the law, but he is unfailingly ethical and compassionate."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I opposed Anthony in a complex, document-intensive case. He showed himself willing to do the work necessary to present his client's case. He showed himself very well prepared for depositions, having done significant shovel work before hand so that he knew the questions to ask."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Anthony is a fine lawyer and works very hard for his clients. He is also a pleasure to work with as co-counsel. I highly recommend Anthony for any employee who is seeking help. Larry Organ"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Anthony is professional, knowledgeable, highly-competent, and practical. In my dealings with him, he demonstrated the highest levels of integrity."
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1998
Public Interest Law Certificate, University of San Francisco School of Law, Public Interest Law Program
1998
Law Review Article of the Year, University of San Francisco School of Law
1997
American Jurisprudence Award, Contracts, Bancroft-Whitney
1996
Moot Court Award, Best Oral Argument, University of San Francisco School of Law
1998 - 2000
Associate Attorney, Littler Mendelson
1997 - 1997
Summer Associate, Simpson, Ahern & Garrity
1997 - 1997
Intern, Employment Law Center (San Francisco Legal Aid)
1996 - 1996
Summer Associate, Oakland City Attorney
1991 - 1991
Intern, Bureau of Inter-American Affairs, United States Department of State
2006 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2002 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1998 - Present
Bar Association of San FranciscoMember
1998 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Litigation and Employment Law SectionMember
Victory - settlement
Trial Victory Against Financial Services Firm Represented by Morrison & Foerster
Settlement after summary adjudication
Settlement After Partial Summary Judgment
Summary Judgment in favor of my defendant clients.
Settlement Before Trial
Settlement for Unpaid Commissions
Settlement
Monetary Settlement with Correction and Apology
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2010
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1998
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