Susan Zeme Attorney at Law - Oakland, CA
The Law Office of Susan Winer Zeme provides strategic employment defense, proactive compliance counseling, and dispute resolution for small and mid-sized employers in Oakland, California. With over thirty-five years of focused practice, attorney Susan Zeme protects business owners against costly labor disputes and workplace liabilities.
Comprehensive Employment Defense and HR Compliance in Oakland
Operating a business in California requires maneuvering through some of the nation most stringent and rapidly evolving labor regulations. Based in downtown Oakland, Susan Zeme Attorney at Law provides experienced legal counsel tailored specifically to business owners, executives, and managers. Susan Winer Zeme has represented employers since 1989 after earning her law degree from the University of California Hastings College of the Law. Having honed her skills at large San Francisco corporate firms before launching her private practice, attorney Zeme combines top-tier legal knowledge with common-sense, cost-effective solutions for growing enterprises. If you need an attorney to shield your business from employee claims or navigate tricky human resources dilemmas, this practice offers proactive, reliable defense.
Wage and Hour Compliance and Labor Audit Defense
Wage and hour violations represent one of the most frequent and expensive threats to California enterprises. Operating as knowledgeable wage and hour lawyers and employment and labor lawyers, Susan Zeme assists business owners in establishing compliant compensation structures. She advises on proper employee classification between exempt and non-exempt status, independent contractor determinations under California strict worker classification tests, meal and rest break rules, and overtime calculations. When disputes arise, she represents employers before the California Labor Commissioner and state regulatory bodies to resolve wage audits swiftly.
Preventing and Defending Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Claims
A single unaddressed workplace complaint can destabilize company culture and trigger catastrophic legal exposure. Acting as experienced workplace discrimination lawyers and harassment lawyers, attorney Zeme guides management through sensitive employee grievances. She conducts mandatory sexual harassment prevention training, performs neutral workplace investigations, and advises on medical leave accommodations under the FMLA and CFRA. Should a current or former worker file an administrative complaint, she mounts an assertive defense before the California Civil Rights Department and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Employee Handbooks, Employment Contracts, and Lawful Terminations
Proactive documentation is the most effective safeguard against employment lawsuits. Serving as dependable contract lawyers and wrongful termination lawyers, Susan Zeme drafts customized employment contracts, non-disclosure agreements, executive compensation documents, and enforceable severance agreements. She formulates legally compliant employee handbooks that clearly define workplace expectations and dispute resolution protocols. When a termination becomes unavoidable, she counsels employers on risk mitigation strategies to prevent future retaliation or wrongful termination claims.
Administrative Defense and Business Litigation Advocacy
When disagreements cannot be resolved through informal negotiation, businesses need seasoned business litigation lawyers in their corner. Attorney Zeme defends companies in California state and federal courts against employee lawsuits, breach of contract claims, and administrative citations. Her defense philosophy centers on early dispute assessment, risk containment, and pragmatic negotiation, helping business owners protect their bottom line and return their focus to daily operations.
Why California Business Owners Rely on Susan Zeme
- Over Thirty-Five Years of Practice: Extensive background in California labor codes and practical workplace dispute resolution since 1989.
- Exclusive Focus on Employers: Committed entirely to defending management, business owners, and corporate decision-makers.
- Direct Attorney Access: Clients receive direct, personal guidance from Susan Zeme without delegation to inexperienced associates.
- Preventative Legal Strategy: Focused on implementing compliant workplace systems that avert costly lawsuits before they materialize.
Consult with an Established Oakland Employment Attorney
Whether you want to find a lawyer to draft compliant workplace policies or hire an attorney to defend an urgent employee lawsuit, Susan Zeme Attorney at Law is ready to support your enterprise. Centrally located at 1300 Clay Street in Oakland, California, the practice serves employers throughout Alameda County and the San Francisco Bay Area. Reach out today to schedule a consultation and safeguard your business against employment liabilities.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Situated within the central Oakland City Center district, in the heart of Downtown Oakland.
Building Location
The office is located in the modern 11-story Class-A commercial high-rise at 1300 Clay Street. It is located directly across the street from the Oakland Federal Building and is close to local landmarks like the Byron Rumford US Post Office and Oaklandia Cafe x Bakery.
Parking Details
Convenient underground parking is available for visitors at the City Center Parking Garage, which can be accessed from 14th Street or 11th Street. Public parking is also available at the nearby Oakland Convention Center.
Public Transit
Served by Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Route 6 (Downtown Oakland); nearest stop is at 11th Street & Clay Street.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the lobby of 1300 Clay Street, take the passenger elevators up to the 6th floor, and proceed to the Pacific Workplaces reception area in Suite 600.