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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Modesto, CA
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Showing 20 employment lawyers in Modesto, CA
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Curtis Legal Group
1300 K St Suite B, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 457-5106 curtislegalgroup.com
Law Office of Thomas P. Hogan
1207 13th St #1, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 492-9335 tomhoganlaw.com
Silva Injury Law, Inc.
515 13th St Suite 203, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 583-3046 silvainjurylaw.com
The Law Office of Gary C. Nelson
421 13th St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 222-4089 gcnelsonlaw.com
Sodhi Law Group, APC
1030 15th St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 900-8200 sodhilawgroup.com
Moorad Clark & Stewart Law Office
1420 F St St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 526-0522 mooradclarkstewart.com
Rancaño & Rancaño, APLC
1300 10th St Suite C, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 255-6886 rancanolaw.com
The Law Office of Harry Dhillon
121 E Orangeburg Ave Suite #10, Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 214-8815 harrydhillonlaw.com
Borton Petrini, LLP
201 Needham St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 576-1701 bortonpetrini.com
Law Office of Kenneth R. Hedberg
902 13th St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 225-2250 hedberglegal.com
Central Valley Injured Worker Legal Clinic, Inc.
3101 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 522-2777 centralvalleyinjuredworker.com
Occupational Injury Law Center
914 14th St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 846-3458 occupationalinjurylawcenter.com
Swingle, Van Egmond & Heitlinger
1207 I St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 522-2211 svhlaw.com
Law Offices of Jesse Alexander
912 11th St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 284-0575 alexandercomplaw.com
Goyette, Ruano + Ulmer
1016 13th St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 491-4800 grulawgroup.com
Employment Discrimination & Harassment Lawyer
1905 Landini Way, Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 457-5245
Attorney Sarah A. Ornelas
201 Needham St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 576-1701 bortonpetrini.com
Henderson Hatfield, A Professional Corporation
1101 15th St, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 599-5003 hendersonhatfield.com
Rodarakis & Sousa
100 Sycamore Ave #101, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 554-5232 rodsoulaw.com
McCormick Barstow LLP
1125 I St #1, Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 524-1100 mccormickbarstow.com
Employment lawyers in Modesto California assist workers with issues like wrongful termination harassment and unpaid wages. California law provides strong protections for employees including the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) which covers discrimination. Modesto employers range from agriculture to healthcare making local legal knowledge important for your case.
What Does a Employment Lawyer in Modesto Cost?
Employment lawyers in California often charge on a contingency fee basis meaning they take a percentage of any settlement or award typically 25 to 40 percent. Some lawyers charge hourly rates ranging from $250 to $600 per hour. Many offer free initial consultations. Costs vary by case complexity and location. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does an employment lawyer in Modesto handle?
Employment lawyers in Modesto handle cases involving wrongful termination discrimination harassment wage and hour disputes and retaliation. They also assist with contract reviews and severance agreements under California law.
How long do I have to file a claim in California?
Under California law you generally have one year from the date of discrimination to file a complaint with the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH). For wage claims the time limit can be up to three years. You should act quickly to preserve your rights.
What should I bring to my first meeting with an employment lawyer?
Bring any documents related to your employment including your employment contract pay stubs emails performance reviews and any written complaints. Also bring notes about dates and events related to your issue. This helps the lawyer evaluate your case.
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