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Allan Charles Miller
Miller, Clark, Calvert & Obenour
2222 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: (510) 848-7200 | Fax: (510) 848-3500
http://www.sexualharassmentlegaladvice.com
Fighting for Our Rights for 31 Years
Legal Topic
Employment & Labor Relations
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to work with employees whose rights have been violated.
Sub-Categories
Employees
- Age Discrimination
- Emotional Distress
- Employee Rights
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA)
- Race Discrimination
- Racial Harassment
- Sex Discrimination
- Sexual Harassment
- Termination
- Wage & Hour Laws
- Whistleblower
- Wrongful Termination
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1974
Bar Number: 59746
Other Court Admissions
All California courts, State and Federal, U.S. Supreme Court.
Association Memberships
California State Bar.
Continuing Education
I meet all my continuing legal education requirements. I also perform extensive research in employment law.
Papers and Publications
My suggestions for jury instructions in employment law are accepted by the California Jury Instructions-Civil (BAJI).
Example Cases
- Armendariz v. Foundation Health Psychecare Services, Inc. (2000) 24 Cal.4th 83. California Supreme Court sets fairness standards for arbitration.
- Taylor v. Chevron, Contra Costa Superior Court. Jury verdict for woman sexually harassed on the assembly line.
- Quiroz v. Pacific Rim Transport, Inc., Alameda Superior Court. Jury verdict for man harassed on the basis of sex.
I also have many successful settlements of sex harassment cases.
Education
Degree:
B.A. Pre-Law
School:
University of Michigan
City:
Ann Arbor
State:
MI
Year:
1966
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
University of Michigan
City:
Ann Arbor
State:
MI
Year:
1969
Focus and Accomplishments:
Legal Aid Society.
Number of Attorneys
4
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Our firm has been in existence for over 30 years doing employment law and social security disability law.
Previous Employment Summary
- Michigan State Appellate Defenders Office
- California Court of Appeals, Research Attorney
- Past president and Member of the Berkeley Community Media
Activities and Awards
I am a founder, past president and member of the Berkeley Public Education Foundation. I am also on the Board of Directors for the New School of Berkeley (Pre-Schoolers.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I feel that self-education is an excellent idea.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I have no problem with reviewing client-prepared documents.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I decided to be a lawyer in order to protect the Constitution and the rights of employees.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I offer the benefits of thirty years in representing employees.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I chose this particular area of practice to promote equality.
What do you like best about your career?
What I like best about my career is helping others.
Tell us about your law firm:
My firm consists of four honest lawyers who do excellent legal work.
What are your strengths and style?
Our firm is characterized by compassion and persistence. We are very good, family-oriented lawyers.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy windsurfing, horses, and political discourse.
Office Manager/Assistant
Lisa
Fax
(510) 848-3500
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act, losing employers are required to pay the employee's attorney fees and costs. There are no charges to my clients. If the client receives no recovery, there are no fees or costs.
Hourly Rates
We work on a contingency basis.
Free Initial Consultation?
We offer free consultation and appreciate the opportunity to review your matter.
Typical Retainer
Our typical retainer is zero.
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