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Veronika Short
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Biography
Veronika is the founder of the Law Office of Veronika Short. Veronika graduated from Santa Clara University magna cum laude with a philosophy degree and received her legal education at the University of San Francisco. In law school, she distinguished herself by completing Civil Litigation Clinic and writing in the area of international human rights in genetic testing.
Veronika Short is an experienced trial attorney who has tried numerous cases to verdict in front of judges and juries.
Law Office of Veronika Short focuses on personal injury and employment law affecting individuals and employers.
Our law office serves the professional and international community of the Bay Area, and assists individuals and businesses in navigating the commercial and employment space with the maximum protection of the law.
Veronika is fluent in Russian.
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Licensed in California for 22 years
State: California
Acquired: 2003
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Location
Law Office of Veronika Short
46 West Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA, 95113-1806
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Posted by Bernice | August 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Thorough, down to earth and highly recommended
Veronika is proactive, thorough, and dedicated. She walked me through and explained every step of the complicated process of an injury case where the defendant was not covered by insurance. She left no stone unturned in the investigative process and was successful at engaging reluctant witnesses as w...
Posted by Niki | July 05, 2024 | Arbitration
Helpful and Bright Counsel
Attorney Veronika Short offered knowledgeable information about the arbitration process. As an arbitrator herself, she is well-trained to offer counsel. She was responsive and timely. I recommend her services.
Posted by Maria | December 07, 2014 | Employment & Labor
A legal pro with great interpersonal skills
Veronika has advised me on issues from employment to renting and vendor contracts. Each time, Veronika saw the core of the legal problem quickly and made me feel understood. It takes experience and intuition to make a professional - and Veronika has the gift of both.
Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Intelligent, Knowledgeable, Prompt, Professional!!
I was referred to Veronika by a trusted friend for consultation on a specific employment situation. She provided crisp advice, covered all possible scenarios, potential options, appropriate responses and follow up actions. I had the situation resolved amicably, thanks to her timely and appropriate c...
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great experience
I felt very comfortable working with Veronika. She took care about all the aspects of my case and was very responsive to my questions and concerns. She worked out the winning strategy during our first meeting and made right adjustments later on during the case development. Her estimation of the case ...
Veronika Short's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronika is very skilled at evaluating cases and finding solutions for her clients. She is equally adept at negotiations and litigation."
"I have known Veronika for over 10 years and she is an incredibly sharp and thoughtful attorney. I have consulted with Veronika on several cases and her understanding of trade secrets, employment and litigation is impressive. I am happy to endorse and recommend Veronika."
"I wholeheartedly endorse and recommend Veronika Short for any business dispute, intellectual property or other commercial litigation matters. We worked together on a number of business disputes for technology company clients and I also referred numerous satisfied clients to Veronika. She is very experienced, creative and responsive legal counsel. Veronika's efficiency and fair billing practices are a much welcome benefit for any client facing litigation."
"Veronika exhibits the highest work ethic, integrity and skills in the representation of her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of a savvy trial attorney."
"I engage Ms. Short' services, whereby we need a capable litigator and negotiator to represent our clients. Thus, I had the opportunity to see Veronika in action. She is a highly organized, very intelligent and clear minded litigator and negotiator. My clients and I remained fully satisfied with results achieved by Ms. Short, and I will not hesitate to recommend her services in the future."
"I have known Veronika for many years, and have always thought of her as one of the best litigation attorneys I know. During her diverse career as a litigator, she has represented and won suits on behalf of many different clients - from foreign small business owners to children injured on school grounds, to businesses involved in business and employment law disputes. I refer all my litigation matters to Veronika confidently, and assured that the interests of the people I'm sending to her will be protected."
"Veronika is an experienced and knowledgeable employment attorney and business litigator. She is a strong writer, and is up to date on developments in employment law, business litigation, and is an expert on trade secret law. I have consulted with her on several of my own cases, and she is always well-informed, to the point, and practical. I would recommend her without reservation."
"Veronika has expertise in trade secret, contract and unfair business practices law, and is an effective litigator. She offers valuable advice to entrepreneurs and professionals on how to protect their ideas and career, and avoid unnecessary legal battles. I endorse and recommend Veronika."
"I endorse this lawyer. Veronika is a serious attorney with excellent interpersonal skills. She is involved in the San Jose Chamber of Commerce and has a sincere interest in business issues. Veronika is active in the legal community in the San Francisco Bay Area and commands the respect of her peers in the employment law and litigation fields."
"Veronika is a respected attorney with deep expertise in trade secret and commercial litigation. She is undoubtedly an asset to her clients, and I refer individuals and businesses to her without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2002
CALI Award, International Investments Central and Eastern Europe, University of San Francisco School of Law
1999
Sourisou Prize, University of Santa Clara
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Of Counsel, Law Offices of Timothy Gill, APC
2008 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Veronika Short
2008 - 2012
Of Counsel, DPA Law Group
2007 - 2008
Associate, Taylor Gutierrez Marca LLP
2003 - 2007
Associate, Law Offices of Timothy Gill, APC
Associations
2014 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationFee Arbitrator, Mandatory Fee Arbitration Program
2003 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2023 - 2024
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationPresiding Arbitrator, Mandatory Fee Arbitration Program
2019 - 2022
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationChair, Mandatory Fee Arbitration Program
Education
2002
U of San Francisco SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Santa Clara Univ
Bacherlor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
SCCBA Fee Arbitrator Training
Attorney-Client Fee Arbitration Training
2018
SCCBA Fee Arbitration Training
Attorney-Client Fee Arbitration Training
2014
New Business Fundamentals - Law Talk
California basic business forms
Publications
2016
Law Office of Veronika Short Blog
Legislature Closes a Loophole and Prohibits Out-Of-State Non-Competes in California
2013
Silicon Valley Central
Homecare Business: Serving California Seniors
2013
Languages
English
Russian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I be deposed after an entry of default?
19 Aug 2014
Q&A
In California, what happens when a claimant dies before settling their auto accident claim with the ins.?
11 Mar 2014
Q&A
Can previous employer block me from being hired by a new company? Is it legal?
04 Jan 2014