$ 150-350 per hour
PRO
Virtual Consultation Available
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.
5
Practice Areas
31 years | 200 cases
$ 150-350 per hour
35%-35%
State: California
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Other places you can find James online.
32 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Michelle | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Highly recommend
I was in search of a lawyer who worked in employment law and James contacted me right away. He made me feel heard and gave me some really sound advice on how to handle the issues I was facing. Taking the steps and language he suggested showed I was serious to my employer. The worst thing that happene...
Posted by Alireza Hirsa | November 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Independant Employment Contract
I had a sticky situation with my former employer who was being less than cooperative in providing any information and withholding my earnings. Mr. Dal Bon was very knowledgeable in this area and got their attention. In the end I can say that I was more than happy with my settlement. I was very ha...
Posted by Juan | July 02, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Happy with the work he did in my case
What I liked the most was the knowledge he had, and the fastness that he act and defended my case. Whenever I called him he was always there and I would hire him again for the honesty that he showed in my case. At the end of my case I was very happy with the results that he had for me and my family. ...
Posted by Nicki | June 08, 2014
Knowledgeable attorney
James is a very knowledgeable lawyer. He took the time to explain information to me that I didn't understand, and told e his strategy so if I had questions or input he listened. Great lawyer.
Posted by anonymous | April 07, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements
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...
"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."
Workers compensation lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2021
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
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
James earned significant contribution points in 2019.
I am a Correctional Officer for CDCR. My psychiatrist feels I should leave the department. Medical retirement?
15 May 2024
Do I have to wait a certain amount of time before quitting after returning from FMLA (to avoid employer clawbacks)?
20 May 2024
Can I still sue a company for sexual assault if they claimed they fired the perpetrator?
23 Aug 2023