$ 750-750 per hour
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Calvin B. Chang
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About Calvin
Biography
Mr. Chang's practice areas include litigating claims on behalf of individuals for wrongful termination, employment discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, and whistleblower retaliation claims.
Mr. Chang has garnered recognition from California Super Lawyers Magazine as a SuperLawyer for 2020-2024 and Rising Star, an honor reserved for no more than 2.5 percent of lawyers in the state. Three Best Rated Attorneys in Sacramento; Lawyers of Distinction; and AVVO Clients Choice Award.
Mr. Chang has been nationally recognized as a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. The Forum is recognized as one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members. Membership is limited to attorneys who have achieved million-dollar verdicts, awards and settlements.
Mr. Chang is admitted by the California Supreme Court to practice in all the courts of California. Mr. Chang is also admitted to practice in the United States Federal Courts for the Eastern District of California, Northern District of California, and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals; Courts of Washington D.C. and the U.S. Federal Circuit in Washington D.C..
Specializing in representing clients against Fortune 500 and multinational companies. High Profile Sexual Harassment Cases.
Specializing in representing clients against Fortune 500 and multinational companies. High Profile Sexual Harassment Cases.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Sexual Harassment
60%
15 years | 30 cases
Wrongful Termination
30%
15 years | 40 cases
Employment and Labor
10%
15 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-50%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
2012
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for < 1 year
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2026
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
CAL LAW APC
(323) 736-3649
Mobile
601 Pennyslvania Ave NW Suite 900, (remote - by appointment only), Washington, DC, 20004
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Online Presence
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Calvin B. Chang's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Jacob | November 29, 2017 | Employment & Labor
Quick and Effective
Mr. Chang offered very useful advice related to dealing with my employer post-termination. Mr. Chang responded quickly with a full understanding of the matter. As a result, I was able to take specific actions that put me in a better position to secure employment going forward.
Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2017 | Discrimination
Hire this man!!
Sometimes you contact an attorney because you're in a bad situation. A situation so intolerable, that you feel you have no options but to take legal action. Sometimes, the attorneys you contact will act annoyed with you, treat you like they don't have the time for you. Maybe they're having a bad...
Posted by Andrea | November 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
I really needed an advocate & Mr. Chang worked VERY hard to defend me. Thanks to him, the outcome was better than anticipated.
Mr. Calvin Chang was a fantastic advocate for me. I contacted him regarding a complaint against my employer and he was tremendously kind, patient and prompt in addressing all my concerns. He completed paperwork, phone calls and emails on my behalf. He was extremely competent and well versed in the...
Posted by Jonathan Asselin-Normand | October 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Successful Representations in Several Cases of Discrimination
Calvin successfully represented me as the plaintiff in several cases of discrimination. He is experienced in matters involving civil rights (among others) and has an in-depth understanding of the law surrounding them. Calvin acted quickly from the beginning of and throughout the representations, prov...
Posted by Ted | March 12, 2013 | Employment & Labor
Questions answered
I needed information about my wife's employer and her disability, she needed reasonable accommodation and was being denied by her employer. I needed to know what avenues were open to us. Calvin explained what steps to take and what processes to follow with Fair Housing and Employment. Calvin state...
Calvin B. Chang's Lawyer Endorsements
"Calvin Chang is a dedicated attorney who is available and accessible to his clients. Fair, practical, and results oriented, your employment case is in good hands with Calvin Chang."
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"I met Calvin at an employment law gathering. I instantly liked his demeanor and attitude, and it is clear that he is a very knowledgeable and zealous employment lawyer. I endorse this attorney."
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"I met Calvin at an event for employment attorneys. He is very well-spoken and passionate about his clients rights. Calvin has worked in law enforcement and truly cares about his community and the role that attorneys, police officers, and all public servant play in maintaining our individual freedoms."
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"Calvin B. Chang is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients very well. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
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"Mr. Chang is an exemplary attorney that I would not hesitate to refer to anyone and everyone. He provides excellent and informed answers here on Avvo. I have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, law professor, and private attorney over the past 24 years and I still regularly learn new aspects about the law from his answers."
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Employment and labor lawyer
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Employment and labor lawyer
Eric Boyajian
Employment and labor lawyer
Jennifer Schwartz
Employment and labor lawyer
Joseph Lovretovich
Employment and labor lawyer
Terry Davis
Employment and labor lawyer
Joseph Maloney
Employment and labor lawyer
Christopher Parkhurst
Criminal defense lawyer
Kristine Karila
Employment and labor lawyer
G. Lambdin
Employment and labor lawyer
Russell Handy
Discrimination lawyer
Snigdha Ghoshal
Immigration lawyer
M Gunn
Civil rights lawyer
Arkady Itkin
Employment and labor lawyer
Felicia Yearwood
Civil rights lawyer
Marjorie Wallace
Employment and labor lawyer
Jonathan Delshad
Employment and labor lawyer
David Browne
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Superlawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Superlawyers
2021
Rising Star, Superlawyers
2021
Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
SuperLawyers Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
SuperLawyers Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Three Best Attorney's in Sacramento, Three Best Rated
2017
Top 3 Employment Lawyer Sacramento, Three Best Rated
2017
AVVO Rated Superb, AVVO Top Lawyer
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Best in Employment Law, Sacramento Small Business Excellence
2016
Top 10%, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Best Employment Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2015
AVVO Rated Excellent, AVVO
2010
Distinguished Oral Advocate for Plaintiff in ADA Case, Concord Law School
2001
Pioneering Law Enforcement Officer Award, Organization of Chinese Americans
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney, CAL LAW APC
2011 - Present
Attorney at Law, Law Office of Calvin Chang
2008 - 2011
Supervising Investigator, State of California
2002 - 2008
Police Officer, Univ. of California
2001 - 2006
CEO, National Flare Company, Inc.
Associations
2025 - Present
We The ActionPublic Service Legal Response Center
2021 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember of Wage and Hour Committee
2020 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2019 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationCo-chair of Public Employee Committee
2018 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2018 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2015 - Present
State of California State Personnel BoardAdmitted to Practice
2014 - Present
Capital City Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Asian Pacific Bar Association of SacramentoMember
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of CaliforniaAdmitted
2008 - Present
State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
SacLEGALSustaining Member
2007 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMentor, Public Sector Committee
2007 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - 2014
Consumer Attorney Association of Los AngelesMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Goodson v. County of Plumas
Plaintiff Verdict
State Manager v. State of California
All charges dismissed
Confidential v. Defendant Municipal Employer
Six-Figure Settlement
Client v. Public Agency Employer
Confidential Six Figure Settlement
Client v. Public Agency Employer
Confidential Six Figure Settlement
Client v. Confidential Employer
Seven-Figure Settlement
Public Accommodations Discrimination
Confidential Settlement
Client v. Hotel
Confidential Settlement
Public Accommodations Discrimination
Judgment for client
Unpaid wages, whistleblower retaliation
Confidential Settlement
Hate Crime
Confidential Settlement
International Client v. Corporate Defendant
Exposed sham corporate office
Client v. Corporate Defendant and Individual Employer
Confidential Settlement
Education
2015
California Employment Lawyers Association
Trial College
2011
Concord Law School
Juris Doctor
2004
Boston University
MA - Masters
1992
University of California - Davis
BA
Speaking Engagements
2024
Legal Education Experience Program
Legal Exernships
2019
UC Davis School of Law
Employment Law
2019
California Employment Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Introduction to Representing Public Employees
2013
Special Agent Academy
EEO Investigation
2009
Investigating Hate Violence," Civil Rights Year
Investigating Hate Violence," Department of Fair Employment and Housing
2008
Hate Crime and Victim Assistance
Hate Crime and Victim Assistance
2008
Annual Training Conference
Hate Crime Identification
2003
UCLGBTIA
Hate Crime, Police, and the Law
2003
ARPOC
Hate Crime and Domestic Terrorism
Publications
2009
Arrests, Convictions, and the FEHA: When it Hurts to Ask California
Arrests, Convictions, and the FEHA: When it Hurts to Ask” California
2008
Equal Employment Opportunity & Sexual Harassment Prevention. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Lesson Plan
Equal Employment Opportunity & Sexual Harassment Prevention. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Lesson Plan
2007
Sac Legal
New Survey of Crime Victims Reveals Hate Crimes are Grossly Under Reported in Uniform Crime Reports,”
2007
Garcetti v. Ceballlos, Official Duties and Free Speech...,
Garcetti v. Ceballlos, Official Duties and Free Speech...,
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Calvin earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
My wife is a victim of sexual harassment but won't come forward. I think other women are victims too. What are my options?
13 Jan 2022
Q&A
Can I take a leave of absence or quit after reporting sexual harassment if I'm still uncomfortable during the investigation?
22 Sep 2021
Q&A
What if I I been in trouble multiple times at work can I still sue?
12 Sep 2021
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Filing An Appeal With the State Personnel Board – What State Employees Need to Know
06 Sep 2020
Legal Guide
What to do if you are unable find an employment attorney to take your case
07 Aug 2020
Legal Guide
California Unruh Civil Rights Act
02 Jul 2014