I was dealing with an aggressive (and obnoxious, and stressful) cease-and-desist letter from an employer tied to a complicated and stressful employment dispute over a management position I used to hold. Vincent Tong came recommended, I hired him, he resolved the matter in my favor, and I'm quite glad I did hire him. Vincent got it quickly, understood the relevant California law, and gave me clear, strategic advice from the start. He "handled it" with minimal input from me but the communication throughout was great. He drafted strong, thoughtful correspondence that protected my position without unnecessarily escalating the situation. Vincent was responsive, steady, and experienced. My highest recommendation to Vincent and Tong Law if you are dealing with a cease-and-desist, or other type of California-specific employment issue. He's a good guy too - and fun to work with. read more

Excellent lawyer who's thorough and knowledgeable I was looking for help with deciding whether to sign a severance agreement and needed help understanding my rights and options related to LTD. I found TONG LAW through a referral and even thought I had already spoken with a few other lawyers, I'm glad that I scheduled the consult with Vincent. From the start, Vincent was candid, clear, and incredibly pragmatic. He took the time to walk through my situation, explain the legal landscape, and help me think strategically through my legal options and next steps. What I appreciated most was how he kept the focus on the core decision I needed to make. I'm very grateful for Vincent's insight and would highly recommend him to anyone navigating a severance or employment transition. read more

I'm grateful for the guidance and support Vincent Tong provided throughout my employment situation. I always felt informed and supported, and his practical advice made the process much easier to navigate. I highly recommend Vincent and TONG LAW to anyone dealing with an employment issue. read more

I reached out to TONG LAW for guidance on a potential employment discrimination and retaliation case. During our consultation, Vincent took the time to understand the facts in my case, identify the applicable California employment laws, and explained my options. He broke down complex legal concepts in a way that made sense and helped me see both the risks and potential paths forward. Vincent was honest and strategic in his evaluation. He actually answered my questions. I left the consultation with clarity and feeling informed. I would highly recommend TONG LAW to anyone facing wrongful termination or other employment issues. read more

I had a very helpful consultation with Vincent Tong regarding an employment class action involving my time at a major tech company. He walked me through my options and their legal implications. Vincent was clear, patient, and honest about what could and could not realistically be done, which I really appreciated. I left the call with a much better understanding of my situation and next steps, and I felt informed and supported, not pressured. I would recommend him to anyone looking for thoughtful, employee-side employment/labor law advice, especially tech workers navigating complex workplace issues. read more

Vincent Tong's assistance in structuring and negotiating my contract was exceptionally helpful. He was highly responsive, promptly replying to my questions, and demonstrated a clear understanding of my specific needs and goals throughout the process. His expertise ensured that the contract terms were fair and aligned with my needs. read more

Vincent did a great job helping me navigate a complex employment situation, reviewing documents and communication that spanned years. He was fair, gave great advice, and was a useful sounding board when we were developing legal strategies. I would work with him again, and recommend him in a heartbeat. read more

I know Vincent as a sharp, trustworthy, and compassionate lawyer. I needed to make a referral for someone close to me who was dealing with a major issue with his employer and I recommended Vincent. I'm glad that I did. Vincent responded immediately and took the time to understand what was going on and offered thoughtful analysis and recommendations. Vincent was also very calm in his approach. His insightful knowledge helped in this pretty stressful situation and guided us to a solution that we're happy with. I'm incredibly grateful for his support, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend TONG LAW to anyone navigating a workplace issue. read more

I was referred to Vincent Tong of TONG LAW to get advice on my employment situation. He responded quickly to my request and really took the time to listen and understand what I was dealing with. He walked me through my options. He was strategic, insightful and thoughtful in his approach and gave me the clarity and expertise I needed to make the right decision next. I would highly recommend Vincent to anyone who is going through any employment dispute. read more

Vincent gave me extremely helpful advice in a consultation call. I used his excellent advice to successfully navigate a difficult employment situation and get a much more improved outcome for myself. He made me aware of things I would never have considered and made clear what strategies I should employ to get the best outcome. read more

After spending $500 and taking an hour of my life, Mr. Vincent Tong's official legal advice was to conspire with my employer to defraud California's unemployment benefits system! This absolutely violated his ethical obligations as a lawyer! He has a clear bias towards employers, and his bedside manner was awful. Throughout the consultation, he acted as though he were in a court of law as the defendant's attorney! Steer clear of this unethical and gauche excuse for an attorney. read more

I came to Vincent with a tough workplace issue, and he really helped me make sense of my options. He was sharp, easy to talk to, and gave me the clarity I needed to move forward. Highly recommend if you're dealing with a complicated job situation. read more

After researching numerous lawyers and law firms throughout California, I chose to schedule an initial consultation with Vincent Tong of TONG LAW, and I'm so glad I did. I was dealing with a complex employment termination that may have involved a breach of contract, and I wanted to understand my rights and the strength of my potential claims. Vincent stood out as the best fit and best value by far. He asked smart, thoughtful questions, listened carefully, and brought both deep employment law knowledge and sharp contract analysis to the table. He was generous with his time, empathetic, and incredibly easy to talk to. I walked away from the consultation feeling more informed, empowered, and clear about my options. I'd highly recommend TONG LAW to anyone facing workplace issues or navigating contract disputes read more

I am the owner and operator of a bakery business in the Bay Area. When my business needed an experienced business law firm, I hired TONG LAW. Vincent Tong was an exceptional asset to my business, providing superb legal advice and representation with unmatched legal acumen. Vincent was always accessible when I needed to speak with him. He offered clear, practical guidance on various complex legal issues. Vincent's professionalism and expertise have been invaluable to my company's growth, and I highly recommend TONG LAW for any business legal needs! read more

I recommend Vincent Tong at Tong Law to anyone dealing with an employment related matter. I appreciated Vincent and his team for their responsiveness and accommodation. I reached out and was able to get an appointment on the same day! During our call, Vincent took the time to listen to my situation, helped to educate me on what my rights were and what options were available, and answered all of the questions that I had. I was thoroughly satisfied with the guidance and expertise from Tong Law, and highly recommend them to anyone looking for help with an employment related issue. read more

I needed help with an employment issue, and I am glad to have found Vincent and Tong Law. Vincent was extremely empathetic and a go-getter lawyer who knows his stuff. Vincent listened to my questions and concerns, and we worked as a team to tackle my case, from pre-lit to actual filing of my lawsuit. I really appreciate his thoughtful, hard work, and always thinking what is the best for me. Vincent represented me and worked hard on my case and I can't be happier to have Tong Law represented me. Thank you Vincent and Tong Law for taking my case all the way to resolution. read more

After consulting with my family law attorney, I went to Mr. Vincent Tong's Law Practice in Oakland, CA. His legal costs were competitivein comparison toother law firms practicing employment law. Mr. Tong represented me on an ADEA Claims case, which was a very long out due to the defendant not wanting to settle the loss of income and subsequent damages. But I'm glad it was finally settled in my favor. I felt positive I selected Mr. Tong as my legal representative for this case. Thank you, Mr. Tong, for your professional representation. My family and I appreciate you resolving this legal matter. We can now move on with our everyday life. read more

For context, I requested an initial consultation on Friday with this firm and received a generic email template on declining representation the following Monday morning. I applaud the speed in which they respond. The email itself reads as follows: "Thank you for reaching out to me regarding your legal matter. This is to advise you that we decline representation of you. This decision does not in any way reflect upon the merits of your case and you are encouraged to speak with other attorneys; one resource is your local bar association's lawyer referral service. As a reminder, all cases have statutes of limitations that limit the amount of time within which a lawsuit may be brought. Therefore, you are encouraged to seek legal counsel as soon as possible if you want to pursue your case. Take care. [The Attorney Name He/Him/His]" I enquired what the reason might be and have yet heard back. I will update here if anything changes. They have a process via a Google Form Survey with various questions related to your case. My guess is that these questions are used as an achor for them to decide whether if you are considered a "good fit" for the firm to help you with your case. My case is in the realm of Employment Law and Overtime related with a tech consulting company. The hours I am disputing is on the lower end, which I speculate is the reason why the firm declined the case. I think it is fair, however, their business model and what they present on their front facing web page is simply incongruent to their final decision. Here is the message: "No matter too large, no issue too small" There are too many establishments out there that only consider profit at all cost and this one is clearly no different. Feedback to consider: Rewrite the language of your front facing website to avoid misleading clients who might not considered a "good fit". read more

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He consulted with me (a Canadian resident formerly working for an American company) when I was abruptly fired. He helped me understand the way the situation works in the legal system, and he had specific knowledge and advice that was extremely concise and accurate on how to proceed. He was worth every penny. read more

This review is only for their process. You have to spend hundreds of dollars to have an initial consultation with Mr. Tong to find out if they can represent you or not. The 15 minutes free consultation with their paralegal did the same like their receptionist: make appointment with Mr. Tong. Wish I knew that before I set up the appointment. read more

When a super big tech giant branded my firing a 'layoff due to business need,' it was no routine cut--it was a savage wrongful termination, a brutal attempt to bury my retaliation charges under their corporate muck. I'd blown the whistle loud and clear on their rot.They thought they'd silence me. I was a wildfire of rage, splintered and raw, teetering on collapse--until Vincent blazed in like a righteous inferno. Vincent didn't blink. I shoved a mountain of documents into his grip--emails, complaints, a raw ledger of their sins--and he ripped through them with a lion's savage hunger. He tore their 'restructuring' lie to ribbons, swinging pretext law like a molten blade to prove my firing was a sham to muzzle my cries. With California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) as his war hammer, he crushed them for retaliating against my stand. Then he unleashed the FMLA like a lightning strike, blasting their denial of my arrangement recommended by my doctor, and laid me off without placement amid their emotional torment, a campaign of abuse that left me reeling while they smirked. For months, Vincent waged war against their gleaming pack of suits, a lone titan toppling their machine. In the end, he didn't just win--he obliterated, forging a settlement that slammed them with a favorable settlement--a radiant prize clawed from their grasping hands. It wasn't just money; it was justice, molten and unyielding, a roaring testament to their defeat. A middle finger to their arrogance. Furthermore, Vincent also made sure hold the tech giant accountable, should they make any disparage statement towards me in the future. Vincent didn't just take my case--he carried my banner, fighting like my wounds were his own. He didn't just lift me from the ruin; he raised a blazing monument of victory over it. If a tech behemoth has trampled your rights with filth and fury, Vincent Tong will wield the law like a cyclone and roar until they kneel. Vincent Tong is also very tech savvy, and used that to streamline and manage documents. This proved to be very efficient and convenient in managing my case. read more

Navigating the sale of my business was one of the most stressful experiences I've faced, but Vincent Tong of TONG LAW made it manageable and even seamless. Vincent helped me establish a thorough strategy, drafted necessary contracts that protected my interests and walked me through each step of the process, ensuring I understood all the details. Vincent is also an expert in the area of employment law; Vincent helped me with a separate situation with an employer. Vincent's expert advice and calm, steady counsel turned what could have been an overwhelming ordeal into a smooth and successful transaction. Thanks to his guidance, I felt confident and assured every step of the way. If you are a business owner, especially one who is considering buying or selling a business, or if you are an employee or employer dealing with an employment issues, I can't imagine a better legal partner than TONG LAW. :) read more

I reached out to Vincent Tong of TONG LAW for his legal expertise in business law. After submitting my inquiry, I scheduled an initial consultation to discuss my business needs with Vincent. Vincent quickly understood my business situation and made various invaluable recommendations. I hired TONG LAW to help me with drafting and revising various services and contractor agreements my business relied on in our day-to-day operations. As a business owner, it's important to me that I've done as much as I can to protect my business. Vincent did just that for me. He even helped me revise and sharpen my corporate bylaws so that they were tailored to my company's needs specifically. I highly recommend TONG LAW for their business law expertise! Vincent was also very fast to respond to my inquiries, I highly appreciate the level of service provided to me. read more

I reached out to Vincent specifically because of his focus on the employee side of labor and employment law. Vincent showed exceptional understanding and professionalism during my initial consultation with him. He came to our call prepared, including on interstate matters and was able to provide some insight into different ways my issue could play out and how I would be able to move forward from that. While my specific issue was resolved separately, should I have any future labor or employment law questions, I wouldn't hesitate to reach out to Vincent and his practice again for counsel. read more

I'm an owner of a small cooperative business. I consulted with Vincent of TONG Law recently on a complex and stressful issue of business law impacting us. I highly recommend working with Vincent! He was generous with his time, and was able to provide me the information and confidence I needed in a thorough and thoughtful way. Don't hesitate to give TONG Law a call if your business needs support! read more

I haven't written a Yelp review in a very long time, by my experience with Tong Law merits one. Vincent helped me negotiate through an employment dispute with a high profile, multi-billion dollar tech company's legal department, that was in turn represented by a Tier 1 national employment / litigation law firm located in SF. He was thorough and clear in listening and communicating, and flexible in his approach. He made sure to offer the most sound advice while at the same time recognizing that the course of resolution ultimately resided with me. I would not hesitate to recommend or retain Vincent if ever I have the need for litigation, pre-litigation negotiations or counseling in any his specialty areas, including employment law, business representation or anything else within his purview. It was a sound decision and I'm extremely thankful for his help! read more

I scheduled a consultation with Vincent Tong to talk through and determine the best approach for a business to business dispute. It was incredibly helpful and allowed me to pull together the needed information for my case. I would recommend Vincent to anyone who needs some guidance as to how approach their case. read more

If you are experiencing issues with your employer, call Vincent! It was great working with Vincent Tong of TONG LAW. Vincent is a fierce advocate and I really appreciate his work in my case. Vincent made an extremely hard process and experience much easier to handle and navigate. Plus, I appreciate Vincent's emotional intelligence, each time we spoke, our conversations always helped me keep my anxiety levels down. Vincent gave me the strength and encouragement to keep fighting. I'm so glad I found TONG LAW; Vincent was able to successfully help me resolve my matter before the need for litigation. I highly recommend Vincent and his team! read more

Vincent's knowledge of the law and his professional demeanor was invaluable. I highly recommend him.

Mr. Vincent Tong represented me in a complex and lengthy legal matter, and I highly recommend him. He is very professional and of unquestionable integrity. I was unfamiliar with the law as it pertained to this lawsuit; he was approachable and not only willing to explain things but did so in a concise but complete way so that someone with limited legal knowledge felt comfortable. He was very timely and consistent in his client communications keeping me up to date as the suit progressed. If I were ever to need legal advice again, I would reach out to Vincent Tong without hesitation. read more

Spent a large amount of money and time to get help negotiating a settlement. Very unpleasant experience with zero results. Had a better offer negotiating on my own. read more

Vincent was extremely helpful at a very critical time, when we sought legal counsel during a complicated real estate transaction. We risked losing our earnest deposit and needed to urgently understand details of the purchase contract. Vincent made himself immediately available and we were able to quickly discuss the situation. He was empathetic and generous with time, quickly understood the scenario, and clearly explained to us key parts of the contract that we had misunderstood. This allowed us to correctly assess our risk and decide on a course of action (that ultimately succeeded). We are very grateful to Vincent for helping us at this difficult time. read more

Very unpleasant experience with zero results. Did not advocate for me as a client and let the other side walk all over me. Constantly have to check the attorney's work as it had tons of errors / he does not listen, take notes and this is on your dime. In my experience, this attorney speaks to you as though you are a peasant and not a human being. Be mindful that there are a ton of attorneys that will take your money and get you to the goals you want to achieve at a fraction of the cost. As another person reviewing mentioned, no resolution... but the amount of money I forked over is so large it could have been used for major life-moment purchases. I would not wish my experience on anyone. When I share my experience with attorney friends they are shocked and horrified. Work with an attorney who truly cares about you, and what has happened to you. Ask if he/she truly wants to see you get the situation resolved, if they promise to work with you until the end to get things resolved and what that will look like. Make sure money is not the ONLY motivating factor. Overall, a very disappointing and negative experience. read more

I'm glad that I reached out to Vincent to handle my case. He was very professional and explained me each step of the process. He helped to resolve my issue pretty quickly and while doing that he was extremely responsive to my emails. Overall, I highly recommend Vincent to anyone who need legal advice. read more

I reached out to Vincent for a complicated issue with an organization. I went to him after consulting with several other lawyers who shrugged their shoulders once knowing my situation. He took me seriously and was thoughtful in keeping me in the loop every step of the way. This was my first time working with a lawyer I appreciate his professionalism. read more

I was referred to Vincent Tong by another lawyer who was unable to provide the assistance I needed. "Oh, you need to talk to Vincent." I'm very thankful to have been connected with him. His schedule was very very full (always a good sign, right?) but made a special effort to squeeze in an initial consultation the very next day. He asked me to provide some background information about the issue I was experiencing, and upon speaking with him, I was struck by how quickly and succinctly he was able to articulate the arc of my situation, recommend some next steps (and some to avoid) and lend an invaluable, fresh point of view. The hour sped by, and we were able to cover a lot of ground very quickly. I left feeling empowered, informed and clear-eyed. My situation was very minor in the scheme of things, but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him or work with him again if I need some outside legal advice -- for issues big or small. Thank you Vincent! read more

Vincent was super helpful and responsive when I contacted him for advice. I reached out to him over the December holidays and he was very responsive and even accommodated my scheduling requests. He is very knowledgable, professional and supportive. I highly recommend Vincent Tong. read more

I was referred to Vincent via a friend of a friend who is a lawyer at a big firm. I'm so glad she put us in touch. Vincent was able to quickly get a sense of the legal matter that I called him about (I'm keeping it vague on purpose but it touched on his knowledge of employment law). He was able to do a quick and thorough review of the legal documents that I had him look at, and gave good advice on options, along with tradeoffs for each. He is an astute listener (even via the phone, since we didn't always meet in his office). He also seems to be part of a new generation (finally) of people practicing law where they're taking advantage of secure cloud technologies that the Bay Area seems to be so in tune with. Thus we were able to be pretty efficient via email and phone consultations, and it kept his overhead down, which means affordable fees for me. I'd use him again if I needed to. read more

You never need a lawyer until you need one immediately. That was the case when I called Mr. Tong. He returned my call within a very short time and was extremely responsive, providing clear and concise guidance. As a small business owner with the employment challenges of a large business, Vincent has provided effective, accurate and clear direction in solving employment issues. He was patient with all my questions, professional in communication (both verbal and email) and understanding of the issues that come with owning a business. I would highly recommend him you call him for your questions regarding business operations. I am glad I did! read more

Wish I could give this review 1 star. This law firm is unresponsive, if you call his number you never get an answer, and when you leave a voicemail, no response. Also takes forever for them to respond to their online inquiry requests. I was having issues at my place of employment, was trying to call this firm to get a consultation about my potential case. Days later I received, an email asking me about my work information and issues. An email though, I responded back to his email asking if we could do an over the phone consultation as some of us wish to not email a bunch of things that can easily be discussed over a-simple phone call.. Most law firms, you give them a call and they always answer whether it's the Attorney itself or their paralegal team, ready to assist with intake process. Call this law firm if you wish to waste your time. read more