Burton Employment Law is a specialized employment law firm headquartered in Oakland, California, providing comprehensive counseling and litigation services for a wide range of employment issues. With over 35 years of experience and a track record of over 100 federal court cases, the firm stands out for its deep expertise in California and North Carolina employment law, aggressive yet pragmatic approach, and successful representation in high-stakes matters including class actions and civil appeals.
Led by principal attorney Jocelyn Burton, who brings over 27 years of legal experience, the firm offers strategic, hands-on support to both businesses and individuals, focusing on avoiding litigation through proactive counsel while effectively resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, or trial. The firm serves professionals, companies, human resource professionals, and attorneys across the Bay Area, North Carolina, and remotely, delivering efficient and effective legal services tailored to each client’s specific needs.
Services Offered
- Employment attorney services
- Trial attorney representation
- Advice and counsel
- Severance agreements
- Employment contracts
- Mediations
- Investigations
- Litigation services
- Negotiated settlements
- Class action litigation
- Administrative employment cases
- Federal court litigation
- Civil appeals
- Discrimination claims
- Harassment claims
- Department of Labor audits
The firm serves clients throughout the Bay Area, including San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Fremont, Hayward, Oakland, Antioch, Pittsburg, Richmond, San Jose, Vallejo, and Palo Alto, as well as remotely in North Carolina. Notable achievements include securing a $250,000 settlement in a national origin harassment case and successfully defending clients in U.S. Department of Labor audits.
