Clayton Lawyers

Offering you a client-focused approach to legal problem solving, for divorce, custody, support and for small business contracts, agreements and protections. I help people sort through legal challenges. If you are dealing with debt or facing bankruptcy, going through a divorce or custody battle or wrestling with problems in a small business, I'd be happy to speak with you.

I have been practicing law in San Francisco California and all of the Bay Area counties for over 30 years. My practice consists of various things but primarily the trial practice including Civil, Criminal in all its aspects, and Family law. Over the course of my career, I have had a great deal of experience in each of these areas and others. I have never lost my enthusiasm nor my interest in the protection of my clients.

Franchise attorney and court-accepted franchise expert with 35-years of experience in the franchise industry. Represents franchisors as well as franchisees in franchise litigation matters as well as Franchise Disclosure Document preparation and due diligence review. Also a franchise attorney who has started, owned and operated a very successful franchise. So I don't just "talk the talk" but have actually walked the walk. Author of over 30 publications including three books on franchising.

Jeremy is an honorably-discharged U.S. Coast Guard veteran who served his country from 2007 to 2014 aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Munro (WHEC-724) homeported out of Kodiak, Alaska, and as a Marine Science Technician in Alameda, California and Paducah, Kentucky.

After becoming a parent while stationed in Paducah in 2013, Jeremy separated from the Coast Guard to return to the Bay Area to establish a relationship with his son. At that time, Jeremy’s primary goal became to attend law school in order to help those parents who care deeply about their children, but struggling to establish a relationship and custody of...

My firm focuses on three areas: business, real estate and estate planning. As the head of the business law practice area I counsel clients on available courses of action concerning entity formation and other business matters as well as the drafting and review of contracts and other agreements. As a small business owner myself, I understand the concerns faced every day by owners and operators of businesses. In the area of real estate I have litigated matters such as landlord/tenant disputes and property management issues. In my estate planning practice I focus mainly on the preparation...

Elliott H. Stone is the founder and managing attorney of the STONE LLP.

Sharon Delfino Green is a native Northern Californian who always knew she wanted to be an attorney. From her early childhood growing up in the heart of the Wine Country, Sharon was the constant champion of the underdog and the powerless. Blessed with a strong personality and the ability to express herself clearly, Sharon excelled in College and Law School. Toward the end of her Law School education, Sharon was selected by one of the leading professors from hundreds of fellow students to assist in the research and drafting of one of California’s leading Treatises.

I represent businesses and individuals in breach of contract matters including sales of goods, services rendered, leasing disputes, and collection matters. I also have many years of experience enforcing judgments.

Santino Tropea is a founding partner of Tropea McMillan. A significant portion of his practice includes representation of clients in toxic tort claims, actions brought under the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and all phases of CERCLA and the Superfund process. He has successfully represented clients in regulatory disputes and negotiations with both state and federal agencies, and has implemented supplemental environmental projects/pollution prevention plans to reduce or eliminate fines and penalties. He defends Proposition 65 cases and citizen's suits alleging False Claim Act violations and other related matters. Santino's experience includes representation of California municipalities, large chemical,...

Fund Formation/Acquisition/Re-Organization/Fund Dissolution Investment Manager and Fund Operations Direct and Fund Investments/Lending Broker-Dealer/Finders Issues Hedge Funds (Onshore and Offshore) Compliance

I have a successful business litigation and civil appellate practice. I also represent both debtors and creditors in Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. I represent individuals and businesses in Chapter 11 reorganizations. I also represent both plaintiffs and defendants in bankruptcy adversary proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of California and the Eastern District of California.

Mr. Wang’s practice focuses on employment litigation that includes civil claims involving wrongful termination, harassment, unpaid wages, discrimination, trade secrets and workplace violence claims. He is also involved in counseling his clients as to human resources issues ranging from family leave practices, workplace investigations, and disciplinary write-ups.

Sharon Glenn Pratt is the founder of the law firm of Pratt & Associates, APC. She has over 30 years of experience specializing in civil litigation, contract review and preparation, CC&R and Rules interpretation and enforcement, construction and architectural review, Fair Housing law, civil restraining orders, financial issues, elections and recalls, corporate governance, and Anti-SLAPP law. She also practices in other areas of real property law such as construction, easements, boundaries, nuisance, premises liability, and neighbor law.

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Sharon is a mother of 3 children, and has been an active supporter of Bellarmine College Prep School, Los Gatos High School, University...

Criminal defense attorney John D. Fitzpatrick fiercely defends the constitutional rights of his clients in courts throughout the state, protecting them from racial profiling, excessive force, mass incarceration, and the prison industrial complex. He has repeatedly won dismissals of all charges, earned the release of numerous clients from custody, and negotiated the most favorable terms for his clients.* John aggressively represents his clients from Arraignment through all phases of trial and will not rest until the case is dismissed or they are fully acquitted. He knows firsthand the effects that any conviction or incarceration can have on his clients and their...

Chen Liang, Esq Chen Liang is a dedicated immigration and family law attorney, specializing in a wide range of services to assist individuals and families in navigating U.S. immigration law. Her practice focuses on family-based green card applications, uncontested marriage dissolution, employment-based visas including EB-1A petitions, and naturalization processes. Ms. Liang is committed to providing personalized and effective legal solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients. She has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by immigrant families and individuals, and she works tirelessly to ensure their legal rights are protected and their goals are achieved. In addition to her...

When a new bankruptcy law went into effect in 2005, Ike quickly immersed himself in the new law, and was selected by NACBA as one of a handful of trainers to educate over 3000 attorneys on how to practice under the new law. "The new law put up a number of roadblocks to keep working people from getting a fresh start," Ike says with passion in his voice. "But we have learned to work with the new law, and are achieving excellent results for our clients." Ike and his wife Margaret, a retired special education teacher, live in...

Quinton enjoys litigating cases and takes pride in representing people who have been severely injured by negligent drivers, reckless property owners, dangerous roadway conditions, and careless pet owners. He is particularly interested in cases that involve traumatic brain injuries and/or spinal injuries. On April 27, 2023, Quinton was awarded the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association's 2023 TRIAL LAWYER OF THE YEAR AWARD. The San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association is the oldest and largest trial lawyer association in Northern California and has over 700 attorney members. Quinton received the award based upon a June 2022...

I help clients with appellate cases including preparation for appeals at the trial level, record preparation and assembly, as well as briefing and oral argument. I have successfully handled numerous trust and estate appeals, business litigation appeals, and property litigation appeals. I am based in San Jose, CA and one of the appeals I successfully has been published in in numerous practice guides and other court of appeals decisions.

Practicing exclusively Family Law for 25 years. Areas of practice also include Child and Spousal support (establishment and modification); Child Custody & Visitation (establishment and modification); Property Division; Establishment of Parental Rights; Guardianships; and Civil Harassment.

I have served as a Temporary Judge for 25 years on a monthly basis and I am also court appointed to represent minor children in custody disputes.

I serve on several committees through the Santa Clara County Bar Association as well as I have been a Board Member of the Silicon Valley Pro Bono Project for 6 years.

I also believe in...

At Abronson Law Offices, we take the time to understand each unique situation presented to us by a client in need of assistance. We make certain that our clients understand their options and can make informed decisions regarding the progress of their case. Together with our clients, we work toward the best result available, whether through trial or settlement, arbitration or mediation, litigation or dialogue. We strive to be approachable to our clients, and seek to make them comfortable in entrusting us with their legal needs. What really distinguishes our firm is the ease with which our clients...

Chantene is the owner of and principal attorney at The Law Offices of Chantene Koplow in the California Bay Area. Chantene is an experienced government affairs and employment attorney. Chantene is passionate about resolving issues for her clients so they can focus on their daily lives and leave the burdens of their legal matters with her.

Chantene advises governmental bodies on organizational matters, regulatory compliance, open meeting laws (Brown Act), and rules of order. Chantene also counsels government agencies, employees, start-ups, and corporations on a variety of employment law matters. Chantene specializes in employment contracts, workplace claims (such as employment...

Nick Heimlich represents businesses by assisting with corporate formation, contracts, trademark and when they get sued. Nick has helped clients obtain over $40 million and saved them millions by successfully defending or suing on their behalf.