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Over twenty years experience in employment and criminal law. We help people get through some of the worst experiences in their lives: loss of job or an arrest by the police. In Silicon Valley your reputation is important. Go to an attorney who is effective and uses discretion in handling your legal matter. The first consultation is always free. Call to speak to an attorney now.
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31 years | 200 cases
$ 150-350 per hour
35%-35%
State: California
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
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34 Client Reviews
Showing 16 - 20 of 21 reviews | Employment & Labor
Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2014
Reasonable and efficient !!!
James helped me for my wage claim case a month ago. James is reasonable in terms of his fees and very specific when it comes to identifying the supporting points to the case. He is friendly and I felt very comfortable working with him. My case went smooth and fine without any hassles. He was even rea...
Posted by anonymous | April 07, 2014
The Best Employer/Labor Attorney in the area!!!
I met with Mr. Dal Bon to discuss an issue related to my separation agreement. He read over the agreement and went over all of my options. He was extremely knowledgeable, explained everything in the agreement why the employer put it in, and how it would effect me. He suggested a few changes and ex...
Posted by Wendy | March 13, 2014
James Dal Bon - His expertise in employment law is surpassed only by his compassion for his clients
James Dal Bon did a fantastic job in expediting a settlement with my former employer. He kept me in the loop whenever he communicated with the opposing counsel and even went out of his way to call an attorney for me on a case that needed to be closed at the same time. Jim’s expertise in the labor l...
Posted by Mike | January 07, 2014
I highly recommend Mr Dal Bon for employment cases.
Here is the story of my case and how James helped me get a fair settlement: I was hired by a start-up tech company as a mechanical engineer, but forced to work as a machinist. I was there for 7 months, when out of the blue I was let go and accused of violating my contract by posting "confidential" ...
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Employment & Labor advice session
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"I have had Jim as an opposing counsel on several wage and hour cases. He is a fair and zealous advocate for his clients and is knowledgeable about the law. I've referred a number of potential clients to Jim and have received positive feedback regarding his abilities. The fact that he speaks Spanish is a definite asset to his practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. I represented several employers in cases brought by Mr. Dal Bon, and have found him to be a zealous and knowledgeable advocate for his clients. I can recommend James for his ablilty, vigilence and demeanor, as well as his ability to cut through to the core of a case to speed recovery for his clients. He also is well respected in the legal community and I am proud to view James as a professional colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is well known in the legal community as an effective advocate for his clients."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Certificate of Appreciation, Western Service Worker's Association
1996
Pro Bono, AIDS Legal Referral Panel
1995
Hammer of Justice, Aids Legal Referral Panel
2011 - 2014
Attorney, Law Office of James Dal Bon
2009 - 2011
Partner, Dal Bon & Margain
2012 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Spanish
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James earned significant contribution points in 2019.
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23 Aug 2023