Galen Tadashi Shimoda

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Galen Tadashi Shimoda

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Elk Grove, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Class Action

9401 E. Stockton Blvd., Suite 120, Elk Grove, CA

About Galen

Biography

Mr. Shimoda earned his J.D., with Great Distinction, from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where he was also inducted into the Order of the Coif. He served as Editor-in-Chief f...

We understand that behind every employment law claim is a human being with serious concerns about their career and their future. We provide each and every client with excellent representation because we understand what is at stake. Give us a call. We want to help you!

With many years of experience, our 5 dedicated attorneys provide each and every client with excellent representation because we understand what is at stake. Give us a call. We want to help you!

With many years of experience, our 5 dedicated attorneys provide each and every client with excellent representation because we understand what is at stake. Give us a call. We want to help you!

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Class Action 50%

Wage and hour class actions.

23 years

50%
Employment and Labor 50%

Wage and Hour, Bisability and Failure to Accomodate, Military Leave Law, Family Medical Leave and the CFRA, and Negotiations.

23 years

50%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 4 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Shimoda & Rodriguez Law, PC

9401 E. Stockton Blvd., Suite 120, Elk Grove, CA, 95624

www.shimodalaw.com

Galen Tadashi Shimoda's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kathleen | February 25, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

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

Jessica Hart

I called Jessica when I felt I was being pushed out of my company due to my age. She consulted with me and followed up with amazing advise, although It wasn’t a case she could handle I was so amazed and truly touched by her care, concern and empathy. Her checking in with me during a time I felt so do...wn and beaten up gave me the strength I needed to stand up for myself. I will be forever great full!

Posted by Jarvis | October 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Client

Galen and his staff were all very professional, courteous and easy to work. I was extremely grateful how quickly my case was resolved and how much was awarded me. I totally recommend Galen as a lawyer!

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Galen Tadashi Shimoda's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Hoybjerg

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 05

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"Galen is an intelligent, aggressive, and highly skilled attorney. He has achieved tremendous results for his clients and genuinely cares about them. He’s also a mentor and shares his knowledge with younger attorneys selflessly. I recommend Galen without hesitation."

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Kamran Shahabi

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Galen is a very professional attorney, and a man of high character. We were on opposing sides of an employment lawsuit, and the discussions and overall handling of the matter was always professional and amicable. I endorse Galen!"

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Jacklin Rad-Rastegar

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Galen. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Joseph Rose

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Stralen

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Calvin Chang

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elisa Ungerman

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Wohl

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked opposite Galen on a number of employment cases. He knows the law well, is a strong advocate for his clients and is always professional."

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Elizabeth Ison

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have opposed Galen and his team on a number of employment related litigation matters. He advocates well for his clients. He is professional and fair."

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John Stralen

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Ross Bozarth

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Christopher Wohl

Employment and labor lawyer

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Elizabeth Ison

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

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2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Shimoda Law Corp.

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Guenard & Bozarth LLP

2002 - 2004

Defense Attorney, Orrick, Herrington, Suitcliffe LLP

Associations

2014 - 2017

Sacramento County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Board Member

Education

2003

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Utah

Bachelors

Speaking Engagements

2016

Sacramento County Bar Association, cle

Emerging Trends and Issues

Publications

2006

Sacramento County Bar Journal The Underrepresented Worker

Languages

Cantonese

Korean

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