Christopher H. Whelan, Civil Rights Attorney in Gold River, California
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews
PrincipalatThe Law Offices Of Christopher H Whelan Inc
Gold River, CA
Practicing civil rights in Gold River since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 5 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Christopher H. Whelan is a principal based in Gold River, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Christopher has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices Of Christopher H Whelan Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
- Based in
- Gold River, CA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Discrimination · Employment
- Handles Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment matters from Gold River, CA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Christopher H. Whelan: Christopher H. Whelan is a principal based in Gold River, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Christopher has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices Of Christopher H Whelan Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Christopher's practice areas in Gold River
Christopher concentrates on civil rights, discrimination, employment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christopher handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Discrimination
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Employment
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General
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Sexual Harassment
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Wrongful Termination
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Civil Rights cases in Gold River, California
Christopher takes civil rights matters in Gold River, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Discrimination cases in Gold River, California
Christopher takes discrimination matters in Gold River, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Gold River, California
Christopher takes employment matters in Gold River, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
General cases in Gold River, California
Christopher takes general matters in Gold River, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Gold River, California
Christopher takes litigation matters in Gold River, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Biography
Christopher H. Whelan, civil rights attorney serving Gold River
Christopher H. Whelan is a principal based in Gold River, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Christopher has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices Of Christopher H Whelan Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 client reviews. Christopher works from Gold River, California and takes on civil rights matters across the region.
Practice:
Thirty-five years of practice in California. Thirty-two years specializing in Plaintiff-side employment and defamation trials and litigation. A-V rated for over a decade.
Awards and Recognition: Northern California “Super Lawyer” since 2005; a “Best Lawyer in Sacramento — Labor and Employment Law” since 2006. Top 25 Lawyers of Sacramento 2013; Recognized in 2009 in Daily Journal as one of the Top 10 Plaintiff’s Employment Lawyers in California; Best Lawyers in America since 2006; Authored numerous articles of defamation and employment issues; Frequent lecturer on defamation, employment and trial practice for NELA, CELA, CAOC, CCTLA, ABOTA and California State Bar.
Professional Contributions: The defamation section of Wrongful Employment Termination Practice, CEB; participated in creating the California Judicial Council Employment Form Interrogatories; 2013 Contributing Editor to Chapter 5 (Employment Tort Claims), The Rutter Group’s, California Practice Guide: Employment Litigation.
Trial Work: Twelve jury verdicts/judgments in excess of 1 million dollars including: $1.1M Johnson v. EBI (defamation/wrongful Termination); $1.4M Wilson v. Continental Cable (defamation/wrongful termination); $7.5 Boucher v. Foundation Health (defamation); $2.1M Hernandez v. Thasos (defamation); $2.6M Richards v. CH2MHill (verdict and fees) (disability); $4.3M Wallace and Vannucci v. Anheuser Busch (multi-plaintiff/verdict sexual harassment); $1.35M Bebensee v. Accubanc (verdict and fees) (Sex harassment); $2.6M Mullins v. CalFarm (Lab. Code 970); $19M Roby v. McKesson HBOC (disability), one of the top 100 verdicts in US in 2004 and the largest disability discrimination/medical leave verdict in California history; Johnson v. Sears $8.4 ($5.2M verdict, $3.2M fees). This record included three (3) million dollar plus verdicts in one year.
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Practice: Thirty-five years of practice in California. Thirty-two years specializing in Plaintiff-side employment and defamation trials and litigation. A-V rated for over a decade. Awards and Recognition: Northern California “Super Lawyer” since 2005; a “Best Lawyer in Sacramento — Labor and Employment Law” since 2006. Top 25 Lawyers of Sacramento 2013; Recognized in 2009 in Daily Journal as one…
Who Christopher represents
Christopher reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, discrimination, and employment matters in Gold River and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Christopher studied and practices
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
J.D. · 1977
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. Economics · 1974
Jurisdictions
Christopher's state bar admissions
California
1978 · ACTIVE
Christopher studied at J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.A. Economics in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Christopher completed J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.A. Economics in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christopher runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Christopher's legal honors and published work
Christopher has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Christopher's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California Sacramento County Bar Association
Past Member, Executive Board, Labor and Employment Section) California Employment Lawyers Association — CELA (Executive Board Member) National Employment Lawyers Association — NELA (Head of NELA’s Sacramento Chapter) Capitol City Trial Lawyers — CCTLA (Bo · membership
College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
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Locations
Christopher H. Whelan's office in Gold River
Christopher's primary office is at 11246 Gold Express Drive, Suite 100, Gold River, CA, 95670. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Law Offices Of Christopher H Whelan Inc
11246 Gold Express Drive, Suite 100
Gold River, CA 95670
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Client reviews of Christopher H. Whelan — 5.0/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews
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How to hire Christopher H. Whelan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christopher usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Christopher charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christopher's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Christopher will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Gold River, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Christopher
Christopher discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Christopher confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Christopher's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Christopher H. Whelan
How much does it cost to hire Christopher for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christopher walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Christopher offer a free consultation?
Christopher charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christopher's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Christopher's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in California typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Christopher gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Christopher take my case if I'm outside Gold River?
Christopher is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Christopher will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Christopher?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Christopher will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Christopher accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Christopher's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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