Alexander George Van Broek

Alexander George Van Broek

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 43 years

Employment and labor Lawyer Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Discrimination, Wrongful Termination ... +3 more
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Reason: Not Practicing

About Alexander

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 35%

I represent employees in wage and hour, discrimination, retaliation, harassment, ERISA, wrongful termination, defamation, employee benefits, and related cases.

44 years | 2,400 cases

35%
Mediation 10%

I mediate labor and employment cases throughout the Bay Area.

44 years

10%
Intellectual Property 5%

I represent employees and individuals with regard to their copyright, trade secret, patent and invention claims. I also represent employees with regard to non-competition and right-to-work disputes.

44 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 43 years

State: California

Acquired: 1982

Inactive

No misconduct found

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Alexander George Van Broek's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Julius | June 18, 2010 | Employment & Labor

Review of Alexander G. Van Broek

Alexander really cared about my situation and was very truthful . He made it clear what I need to do and what he can do for me. His passion to find the truth on my behalf was impressive and his passion for the law was inspirational. He has a firm grasp of his conviction in regards to my case and t...his translated to ownership and dedication. He always kept me updated and use example to explain the extent of work and labor laws.

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Alexander George Van Broek's Lawyer Endorsements

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Timothy O'Donnell

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sandy is a top-notch attorney who possesses the determination and smarts necessary to prevail in even the hardest cases. I highly endorse him."

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Arthur Lazear

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Alex has been a colleague for over a decade. His knowledge of the law is exceptional, and he is a determined and tireless advocate for his clients. I would offer him my highest professional recommendation."

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Andrew Schwartz

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Arthur Lazear

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1979

Judicial Extern, California Court of Appeal, First District

1978

Law Review, Golden Gate University School of Law

Work Experience

1982 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Alexander G. van Broek

1979 - 1982

Law Clerk for discrimination cases, Law Office of Carol Silver & Arthur Siegel

Associations

2008 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Emeritus, Labor & Employment Section Ex.Comm.

2004 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association Fee Dispute Panel

Arbitrator

2004 - Present

Workers' Rights Clinic, Employment Law Center

Volunteer Mentor

1992 - Present

Alameda - Contra Costa County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1991 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1990 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1984 - Present

California State Bar Fee Dispute Panel

Arbitrator

1982 - Present

Bar Association of San Francisco

Member

2010 - 2011

Alameda County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Section

Chair

1992 - 1995

Oakland Police Review Board

Commissioner

1984 - 1990

American Arbitration Association

Arbitrator

Sample of Legal Cases

Williams, et al. v. H&R Block, et al.

Settled

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Education

1980

Golden Gate University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

San Francisco State University

M.A.

1959

University of California - Berkeley

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2009

MCLE Program Panelist

Pre-Litigation Mediation

2007

MCLE Program Panelist

Hot Button Issues in Employment Mediation

2007

Guest Lecture - Mediation Seminar

Prisoner's Dilemma: Emotional & Cognitive Issues in Mediation

2006

Bridging the Gap Panelist

Building Your Practice Through Lawyer Referrals

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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