Shelley Glen Bryant
About Shelley
Biography
Shelley Bryant brings a diverse background in employment law, and has gained a reputation for suing large corporations in individual lawsuits and class actions. His lawsuits span the spectrum of big compnanies, from Bank of America and Wal-Mart to the Fresno Unified School District and Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E).
Mr. Bryant earned his law degree from the University of California Davis School of Law and worked as an extern at the California Supreme Court. He began his career advising companies on employment practices and representing them in business and employment litigation. He switched to plaintiff representation of employees when he joined the Smith & Bryant law firm, and left to open his own law firm in 2011.
Shelley Bryant practices in state and federal courts and has argued before the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. He is a member of the Fresno Bar Association, the Hugh Goodwin Bar Association, the Employment Law sections of the State Bar of California and the American Bar Association, and other professional organizations.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
35%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 23 years
State: California
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Bryant Whitten, LLP
770 L Street, Suite 950, Sacramento, CA, 95814
Bryant Whitten, LLP
201 Spear Street, Suite 1100, San Francisco, CA, 94105
Bryant Whitten, LLP
1300 Clay Street, Suite 600, Oakland, CA, 94612
Bryant Whitten, LLP
8050 North Palm Avenue, Suite 210, Fresno, CA, 93711
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Shelley Glen Bryant's Reviews
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51 Client Reviews
Showing 11 - 15 of 18 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Krista | February 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Recommended attorney
Shelley responded to my request for a consultation right away. He stayed in touch via email which was very helpful, because as a new mother it can be hard to answer the phone. He answered all my questions and was a knowledgeable and helpful advocate. He helped make a very difficult and emotionally...
Posted by DOUGLAS | August 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Very pleased, always prompt and quick to responed.
Shelley is one of the best attorneys I have ever hired. He is honest and clear. He explained all options and was there to answer all questions I had. Top notch professional, he knows his field.
Posted by Ed | June 16, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
great job
Shelley responded to my inquiry right away. He told me what to expect in deposition so that I was a lot less nervous. He always stayed in touch with me by email. I was so glad that I had a good attorney because he stood up to the company's attorney.
Posted by Kim | June 16, 2015 | Litigation
Rich knowledge of employment law coupled with experience puts Shelley Bryant at the top of the pack
I’m pleased I contacted Shelley Bryant. I was very impressed he responded personally to my inquiry for legal services right away. Through the process he always got back to me quickly when I had questions or concerns. He always stayed in touch with me by email. Prior to the deposition he told me what...
Posted by Michael | June 12, 2015
Outstanding Attorney
I had the pleasure of having Shelley Bryant on my team. He did far beyond what I would expect from an attorney. He made sure I was always in the loop and knew exactly what was going on in my case. I highly recommend his firm 100%!
Shelley Glen Bryant's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Shelley since law school. I would not hesitate for a second to refer any friend or family member to Shelley."
"I endorse this lawyer. Shelley Bryant is competent and professional. He has great organizational skills and he is very efficient. I would recommend him to anybody in need of a discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful termination or labor lawyer."
"I have litigated several matters as opposing counsel to Shelley and I have also worked with him. In both circumstances, he has been a knowledgeable and aggressive labor and employment attorney."
"I have known Shelley as a colleague, and as opposing counsel, and as an advocate for a party on matters where I was the neutral. He has been unfailingly prepared, honest, hardworking and insightful in his representation of his clients. A gentleman and a scholar."
Sexual harassment lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Administrative law lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Shelley G. Bryant
2005 - 2011
Shareholder, Smith & Bryant, Inc.
2002 - 2005
Shareholder, Jory Peterson Watkins & Smith
Associations
2009 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2005 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2002 - Present
Fresno County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$975,000 recovery
Total recovery of almost $500,000
$1.75 million recovery plus attorney's fees
$1.3 million recovery
$550,000 judgment
Education
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
2012
Publications
2001
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Retaliation, constructive termination, hostile work environment or what?
21 Sep 2011
I was recently terminated by my at will employer for conflict of interest. Can I sue for defamation of character?
25 Sep 2011