Gretchen Birkheimer Lawyer Reviews & Ratings - Palo Alto

I primarily represent employees in discrimination, harassment, retaliation, fraud, and contract matters.  I also review and prepare employment contracts, NDAs and severance agreements, and assist clients in negotiating severance packages.  I advise employers on employment contracts, disciplinary actions, policies and handbooks, unemployment insurance claims, and other employment matters.. I represent clients in California state and Federal courts and have appeared pro hac vice in Nevada and Virgina Federal courts.  I have appeared before administrative agencies including the California Labor Commissioner/Division of Labor Standards Enforcement; California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board; San Francisco Rent Board; and the Contractor's State License Board. I have represented clients in binding arbitration with JAMS and AAA.