Review of Tracy Lemmon -- Lemmon Employment Law & Conflict Resolution…read moreI was terminated by a major technology company while on protected medical leave, with active internal complaints and external agency filings pending. The company had locked me out of all systems within hours of my filing complaints, and opposing counsel was running out the clock while offering nothing substantive. I needed someone who could force a real conversation. Tracy did that. She engaged opposing counsel directly and didn't let mischaracterizations stand -- she quoted their own words back to them in writing and held the line. When the other side tried to reframe the narrative, Tracy kept the record clean and the pressure consistent. She coordinated strategy across multiple state and federal agencies simultaneously, which created the kind of leverage that actually moves a large employer off its default position of silence. The monetary result was strong -- meaningfully above what I expected going in, and well beyond the company's initial posture. But Tracy didn't stop at the headline number. She optimized the tax structure of the settlement in a way that materially increased what I actually took home, secured employment record protections that matter for future background checks, and ensured that every internal investigation was formally closed. Those details compound long after the check clears, and she understood that from the start. She's also genuinely collaborative. She kept me copied on everything, ran drafts past me before sending, and respected the documentation I brought to the table rather than sidelining it. If you show up organized and prepared, she'll put your evidence to work. I'd strongly recommend Tracy for anyone facing a California employment dispute against a well-resourced employer. She got me to a pre-litigation resolution that I didn't think was possible when I first engaged her.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I reached out several times regarding a potential case but never received a call or email. Totally…read moreUnresponsive. You'd think the firm would at least acknowledge receiving the emails and calls. I also submitted a questionnaire through their website. Other law firms responded and we selected one and moved forward.

Referred a friend to review settlement paperwork…read more I appreciated the timely responses and smooth handoff. He appreciated that Dorothy translated all the documents into non-legalese and comprehensively explained his options. She negotiated on his behalf and expediently resolved the case to his satisfaction.

I had a very nice experience working with Dorothy, even though it was just a brief consultation…read more I walked away from the consultation feeling like I received compassionate, honest, and thorough advice. Dorothy even followed up with some helpful resources right after our call as she promised. Other firms that I was considering were definitely nowhere near as earnest as Yamamoto's. I hope I don't have to any time soon, but I would 100% consider their services again in the future!

Working with Amber was one of the best decisions I made. She is an exceptional attorney -- sharp,…read morecompassionate, and incredibly thorough. She not only handled my case with skill and professionalism, but also took the time to ensure I understood my rights and options throughout the entire process. I always felt heard, respected, and well-advocated for. Beyond her legal expertise, Amber is deeply client-centered and genuinely cares about the people she represents. She is strategic, thoughtful, and calm under pressure -- exactly the kind of advocate you want in a stressful situation. Thanks to her guidance, the outcome of my case was better than I could have imagined. I'm extremely grateful for her support and would recommend her without hesitation.

Super unprofessional... entirely spoke over me and handled the consultation poorly. Invalidated my…read moreexperience wholly. Better lawyers out there, have spoken to others in the Bay who gave truly nuanced consultations and offered solutions that made sense. She felt very inexperienced, relying on "what the law says" versus negotiation nuance. She frames it as an "intake call" in her response but she was offering me guidance on what to do even though I kept saying I didn't think her guidance made sense in my situation. Update: she just viewed my LinkedIn in response to this review and has not sent a letter to state she is not my attorney. Update: the non-attorney letter did go to my spam but it was wholly unprofessional as well. She was defensive for our conversation, blaming the "short nature" of it and "my timeline" and said "I believe you just posted a Yelp review and I am sorry that you felt the need to post that. It is your prerogative. I wish you the best and I hope you are able to find a satisfactory resolution." So, she was more focused on defending herself and arguing she was "right" than my case. I am greatly concerned about the ethics of this practitioner who prioritizes her own 5-star rating over reflecting on how she communicates with prospective clients. Employment law is a highly sensitive area, I hope people are able to find compassionate and knowledgeable individuals to serve them, not ones who are defensive and operate in an ethical gray area.

Great advice. Very helpful. Called no secretary no screened…read morecalls. Right to the question of what I needed and advice what to do. !!!

Michael is Very kind, empathetic and knowledgeable. I appreciated his help during a really hard…read moretime as a person and a parent to a young child.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with both Beth and Nedda! I needed some…read moreassistance with looking over employment severance documentation and reached out. The customer service was outstanding with fast turn around, continued updates, thorough review and support! I also found Beth to be extremely reasonable in her pricing. I highly recommend this team and know I have a contact going forward should anything else employment related arise. Thank you Beth and Nedda for your support!!

Filled out request form and Nedda called me the same day to do the intake regarding my severance…read morepackage. She was most helpful and her kindness as well as candor helped me to put my situation in perspective. I feel much more at ease with everything and am grateful to have had the chance to be listened to. Thank you, Nedda. Sometimes, people just need an experienced ear and some empathy. My best, Aura

I had the pleasure of working with Sonya, Debby and Evan over the past couple of years regarding my…read morecase. The team is extremely knowledgeable and driven. If I didn't understand the legal jargon they broke it down to laymen's terms for me. Punctual, forthcoming and overall a great team to work with. I will definitely recommend their firm to anyone looking for legal advice. Thank you for being the voice I needed.

I rarely write reviews anymore and almost never write bad reviews at all…read more The background -- I am an enterprise salesperson working in a high tech industry. I had an issue where my company was withholding a large sum of commission, probably somewhere in the ballpark of ~$200k. When I reached out to Minnis & Smallets, I received a prompt response to my inquiry that I was not a client they wished to represent -- was not even granted a brief call with an actual attorney to explain my situation. They literally have an entire page on their website (too wordy btw) devoted to NON-PAYMENT OF COMMISSIONS. So, I'm very curious as to what level of compensation issue cases they are handling if they have the privilege to turn down a probable six-figure judgment in my/their favor...? Oh, and the woman I spoke to was very inarticulate as to why the representation was denied, which was also odd. Bad experience and am happy to go elsewhere.

I made the wrong choice to get behind the wheel after having a few drinks. Life has its ups and…read moredowns, and just as I was at one of my lowest points, I was pulled over and arrested for a DUI with a moderate BAC I was clearly over the legal limit. I retained Thomas, who at every stage made me feel like family. He not only helped guide me through the legal process but also provided encouragement and guidance that helped me regain the strength to pick myself up, dust myself off, and keep moving forward on the right path. It took a number of months of work. Thomas suggested a good number of activities to help my case and that allowed me to grow as a person. I found Thomas to be honest, extremely knowledgeable, caring and responsive and a straight shooter toward me and others. The results were truly a blessing. The DUI charges were dismissed! I am extremely grateful to Thomas!

I contacted Thomas in November the day after I got arrested for a DUI…read more Thomas had accepted my call for help and immediately worked with me to create a plan on what to do for the coming months as I was awaiting my trial. Throughout the following months, Thomas gave me a number of recommendations to help me with my case and to re-evaluate myself and put myself on the right path towards bettering myself as a person. As the months had ticked away towards my trial, Thomas made sure to check in and give me and my family any updates he had regarding the case whether it was with the courts or with the DMV. About halfway to my court date, Thomas argued my case to the DMV and won my case with DMV, and Thomas was able to secure my license back. Fast forward to today, my final verdict with the court was that both my DUI charges were dismissed and I only received a wet reckless with only a 12 hour class and paying a $300 fine. No Jail time, no license suspension, and no other penalties. The work I had put in during those months of waiting for my trial had paid off and I cannot express how glad I am Thomas had me start those meetings early on. I truly feel Thomas had prepared me for everything I was going to face in this trial and was by my side every step of the way making sure that I was on the right trajectory to get my second chance. Before I had contacted Thomas, the reviews I read online were extremely positive and those reviews are a proper reflection of the work that he did for me!

Almost 2 years ago I was on a walk with my dog when an Amazon employee almost ran the both of us…read moredown. I called out to the Amazon driver and this man opened his window and called me the N-word in front of several of my neighbors. As a black American, I have experienced racism far too many times to count. I was overcome by several emotions. Rage, frustration, fatigue. Fatigue at having to deal with this sort of sickness, cancer. Saddened that so many of us have to deal with it. I decided not to lash out and set out on a mission to search for an attorney who handles such cases. I was very fortunate because it did not take me long to find attorney Devin Coyle. Attorney Coyle worked for months locating the parties he needed to locate. He genuinely cared about my case and was troubled by my story. I felt extremely relieved that my case was being handled by this particular attorney. This is why I know for a fact that if you find yourself in a situation where you've been harassed for racial, political or for some other reason listed under protected class, you should definitely reach out to Attorney Devin Coyle. I hope to never find myself needing an attorney for this purpose again but if I do ever find myself dealing with something similar or some of the same old thing, this is the Attorney I will be reaching out to.

Devin was a increbile attorney from the time I hired him I knew I picked the right person. I cant…read morethank him enough he explained every step clearly and helped me through a traumatic time with my former employer staff. Honest, thorough, and genuinely cared about getting me justice. My lawyer has a thorough knowledge of the law and defended my case with determination. I always felt like a top priority, and I'm so happy with the results. Devin was extremely professional and always went the extra mile to support me in my case.With his help we won the lawsuit and I received more than I expected. I am forever grateful for his hard work and for getting me the justice I deserved. I walked away feeling stronger and with a sense of closure. I highly recommend Devin if you need a employment attorney. If you need an attorney who truly cares about his clients, look no further!