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4.9 /5.0
88 Client Reviews
$ 350-450 per hour
PRO
Arkady Igor Itkin
Virtual Consultation Available
About Arkady
Biography
Arkady Itkin specializes in:
- Employment Law: Wrongful Termination, Discrimination, Harassment, Retalation, Defamation and Wages/Compensation claims.
- Personal Injury: Serious car and motorcycle accidents; injuries suffered by pedestrians, slip-and-fall injuries; dog bites; and injuries resulting from using defective and dangerous products;
- Business Transactions: Drafting/Negotiation Contracts, Business Disputes and Breach of Contract Claims, Fraud.
For more information visit my San Francisco Injury and Employment Lawyer site, my San Francisco Employment Lawyer Blog, my Sacramento Employment Lawyer Blog, and my San Francisco Accident Injury Lawyer blog.
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San Francisco & Sacramento Employment and Injury Lawyer.
Drafting and negotiations of contracts, partnership agreements and other agreements.
Aggressive and attentive injury lawyer in San Francisco and Sacramento areas.
Knowledgeable and personable employment attorney.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
200 cases
Personal Injury
20%
19 years | 50 cases
Contracts and Agreements
10%
19 years | 20 cases
Medical Malpractice
10%
19 years | 5 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017 2016 2015
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5
2016 2015 2014
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1
Licenses
Licensed in California for 18 years
State: California
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Arkady online.
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Practice Areas
Employment & Labor (29)
Lawsuits & Disputes (24)
Personal Injury (13)
Wrongful Termination (9)
Litigation (7)
Appeals (5)
Discrimination (4)
Administrative Law (3)
Business (2)
Car Accidents (2)
Slip and Fall Accident (2)
Civil Rights (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Employee Benefits (1)
Libel & Slander (1)
Mediation (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
Trusts (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 48 reviews | Case Results
Posted by David | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great lawyer
I've had the fortune to work with Mr. Itkin a few weeks ago, i was very impressed by his friendly personality and very quick response times, i say fortune because out of the eight lawyers that i contacted for a consult. five never emailed me back, one rejected me, and one was real bad, i think he off...
Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Dynamite Attorney, Excellent Listener
Arkady was one of the few attorneys I spoke to who was clearly knowledgeable about the legalities involving my highly complex case. He confidently predicted that he would be able to dismiss my case, a prediction that came true within a very short time frame. Moreover, he is a shrewd observer of the l...
Arkady Itkin
Replied last August 09, 2019Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure working with you and I am glad we achieved the desired result.
Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Legal Messiah! He is a Saviour of legal refugees stuck with bad lawyers
Arkady is the best , hands down! I had the worst lawyer who had a NO CALL POLICY and I nowhere or nobody to turn to. Saw arkady on YouTube and he helped save my case with one golden nugget! Dream lawyer! He will def be the next Gloria Allred!
Arkady Itkin
Replied last September 22, 2018Thank you for your kind words!!
Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
unemployment hearing
i needed a lawyer for an unemployment hearing. i am an employer and my employee was receiving unemployment benefits even though he was fired for misconduct. arkady suggested a phone conversation with me as opposed to him coming to the hearing. a phone conversation was less than half of the cost but h...
Posted by David | June 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Excellent Attorney
Last year, I was the victim of a severe car accident. I have ARAG legal insurance and Arkady Itkin was on the referral list for a personal injury attorney. I called him just days before the holidays in December and he called me back almost immediately. That was a good sign! In the past, I've had l...
Arkady Igor Itkin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Itkin provides knowledgeable answers online. He is a credit to the profession."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I am renewing my recommendation. Arkady is a very effective and competent litigator. Beyond this, he is an ethical and courteous lawyer. i.e. he is in the best position to secure a favorable outcome for his clients. Michel Rouhani Santa Clara County Litigation Attorney."
"I endorse Arkady. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Itkin is an exceptionally bright and knowledgeable attorney. I strongly recommend him to anyone who needs a top tier employment law attorney."
"Mr. Itkin's website, blog, and numerous other avenues through which he is nice enough to share and bestow his skill and know-how upon the public, are excellent sources of information. He is an excellent attorney and one to whom I will not hesitate referring a client. Highly recommended."
"I strongly endorse Arkady Itkin. I recently consulted with Mr. Itkin about a couple of different possible wrongful termination cases. I found Mr. Itkin highly accessible and responsive and felt very comfortable referring those cases to his office."
"I endorse this lawyer. Arkady served as opposing counsel in a complicated international business dispute, and I was repeatedly impressed by his work ethic and professionalism. I would not hesitate to recommend his services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Itkin's legal advice on this forum is informative, practical, and clearly well thought out. His insight is a benefit to everyone on this forum."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked closely with Arkady for a number of years on several cases. He is intelligent, respectful and always works hard to obtain an excellent recovery for his clients."
"I have referred several clients with employment issues to Mr. Itkin and they have ultimately thanked me for the referral. I've been impressed with his thorough and thoughtful analysis of each and every matter. His passionate and aggressive representation of his clients is unparalleled."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I referred a client to Arkady Itkin on a breach of contract dispute involving a significant amount of money. The client called me a few months later to thank for the referral. Mr. Itkin resolved the dispute on favorable terms to his client and he did so expeditiously. I would recommend Mr, Itkin again without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Mr. Itkin for almost one year on several cases. I have observed his work, his work ethic, and his passion for litigation. Mr. Itkin is on his way to being an excellent attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Of Counsel / Contract Attorney, Long & Blumberg LLP
2004 - 2007
Paralegal, Choulos, Choulos & Wyle
Associations
2008 - Present
State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
San Francisco Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Capital City Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Garcia v Abeygoonesekera
Jury Verdict: $259,000
Morse v. Jet Blue Airways
Settlement at the district court's mandated settlement conference.
Phillips v. O'Conner
Stipulated jugement during trial.
Alemu v. Sillicon Valley Taxi Drivers, Inc.
Pre-trial Settlement
Sulimov v. City and County of San Francisco
Pre-Trial Settlement
Velez v Northwest Air Lines
Settled at Mediation
Solomka v. Seydel, et al.
Settled 2 weeks before trial.
Education
2007
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
San Francisco State Unv
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Video CLE Recording
Preparing a Client for a Deposition in Employment Case
2012
Personal Injury 101
Personal Injury 101 for New Lawyers
Publications
2010
The Trial Lawyer
Losing with Grace is Winning
Languages
Hebrew
Russian
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Arkady earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I have a case for being laid after returning from maternity leave?
04 Feb 2026
Q&A
Do I have a case regarding my recent termination due to one "below average" performance review?
19 Jan 2026
Q&A
Can my friend Sue for wrongful termination?
30 Nov 2025
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Remote Work As A Reasonable Accommodation to A Disability under ADA / FEHA
05 Jan 2026
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Legal Guide
How to Build Your Wrongful Termination Case Before You Are Fired
02 Jan 2013