J. Gary Gwilliam

J. Gary Gwilliam

Civil Rights Law

4.0 (1 reviews)
Oakland, California
62+ years experience
Gwilliam, Ivary, Chiosso, Cavalli & Brewer
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1999 Harrison Street, Suite 1600, Oakland, CA 94612
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Bio

Founding PartnerOn January 16, 2025,, Gary Gwilliam received the first ever, Legend of The Law, Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the Alameda Contra Costs Trial Lawyers Association. Gary Gwilliam is considered one of the best consumer trial attorneys in the state. His reputation and skill in representing seriously injured plaintiffs is well known. He has tried over 180 jury cases, of which almost 150 were plaintiff civil personal injury cases. He has handled major cases in every area of consumer law, including serious automobile and construction accidents, products liability, medical malpractice, bad faith insurance, civil rights (including police misconduct), wrongful termination and employment discrimination and harassment, and has recently concentrated more in employment law.A noted lecturer and motivational speaker, he has conducted seminars and workshops around California and the United States for many years. He is the author of numerous articles on California consumer law and is frequently called upon to serve as an expert witness on the standard of care for lawyers’ conduct. He frequently lectures on the topics of substance abuse, stress reduction, improving the quality of life as well as topics related to his practice. Founding PartnerOn January 16, 2025,, Gary Gwilliam received the first ever, Legend of The Law, Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the Alameda Contra Costs Trial Lawyers Association. Gary Gwilliam is considered one of the best consumer trial attorneys in the state. His reputation and skill in representing seriously injured plaintiffs is well known. He has tried over 180 jury cases, of which almost 150 were plaintiff civil personal injury cases. He has handled major cases in every area of consumer law, including serious automobile and construction accidents, products liability, medical malpractice, bad faith insurance, civil rights (including police misconduct), wrongful termination and employment discrimination and harassment, and has recently concentrated more in employment law.A noted lecturer and motivational speaker, he has conducted seminars and workshops around California and the United States for many years. He is the author of numerous articles on California consumer law and is frequently called upon to serve as an expert witness on the standard of care for lawyers’ conduct. He frequently lectures on the topics of substance abuse, stress reduction, improving the quality of life as well as topics related to his practice. On January 16, 2025,, Gary Gwilliam received the first ever, Legend of The Law, Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the Alameda Contra Costs Trial Lawyers Association. Gary Gwilliam is considered one of the best consumer trial attorneys in the state. His reputation and skill in representing seriously injured plaintiffs is well known. He has tried over 180 jury cases, of which almost 150 were plaintiff civil personal injury cases. He frequently lectures on the topics of substance abuse, stress reduction, improving the quality of life as well as topics related to his practice.

Practice Areas

Civil Rights Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Individuals, Oakland (2025)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Individuals, Oakland (2019)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Individuals, Oakland (2017)
  • Recognized: Civil Rights Law
  • Recognized: Employment Law - Individuals
  • Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Champion of Justice award

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1993

Education

  • University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1963

Reviews

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Susan Phillips

2 weeks ago

A true legal legend who delivered results

After being wrongfully terminated from my executive position, I turned to Mr. Gwilliam. His six decades of experience were immediately apparent. He referenced his deep knowledge of employment law and his recent 2025 Lawyer of the Year recognition, which gave me immense confidence. The strategy he crafted was brilliant, and his negotiation with my former employer was masterful, securing a settlement that exceeded my expectations. While his office can be busy, leading to occasional delays in returning non-urgent calls, his personal attention to the case itself was unwavering. You are truly in the hands of a master with his Berkeley law foundation and legendary status.

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