
Gregory C Cheng, Employment Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation · 4.3/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
ShareholderatOgletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
San Francisco, CA
Practicing employment in San Francisco since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 4.3 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Gregory C Cheng is a shareholder based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Gregory has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Gregory C Cheng: Gregory C Cheng is a shareholder based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Gregory has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Gregory's practice areas in San Francisco
Gregory concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in San Francisco, California
Gregory takes employment matters in San Francisco, 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Gregory takes litigation matters in San Francisco, 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.
Biography
Gregory C Cheng, employment attorney serving San Francisco
Gregory C Cheng is a shareholder based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Gregory has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews. Gregory works from San Francisco, California and takes on employment matters across the region.
Gregory C Cheng is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation. Gregory received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years. Gregory practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in San Francisco, CA.
Working with Gregory on a employment matter
Gregory C Cheng is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation. Gregory received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years. Gregory practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in San Francisco, CA.
Who Gregory represents
Gregory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Gregory studied and practices
Rutgers University School of Law
J.D. · 2003
Purdue University
B.S. · 2000
Jurisdictions
Gregory's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
2003 · ACTIVE
Gregory studied at J.D. in Rutgers University School of Law and B.S. in Purdue University.
Law school and academic background
Gregory completed J.D. in Rutgers University School of Law and B.S. in Purdue University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregory runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Gregory's legal honors and published work
Gregory has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Gregory's professional memberships and bar associations
San Francisco County Bar Association State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Gregory C Cheng's office in San Francisco
Gregory's primary office is at Steuart Tower, Suite 1300, One Market Plaza, San Francisco, CA, 94105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Steuart Tower, Suite 1300, One Market Plaza
San Francisco, CA 94105
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Client reviews of Gregory C Cheng — 4.3/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Gregory. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in San Francisco.
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How to hire Gregory C Cheng — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gregory usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gregory charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory'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; Gregory will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Gregory
Gregory discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Gregory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gregory's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gregory C Cheng
How much does it cost to hire Gregory for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gregory walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gregory offer a free consultation?
Gregory charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Gregory's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in California typically take?
Simple employment 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. Gregory gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Gregory 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 — Gregory 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 Gregory?
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. Gregory will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gregory accepting new employment clients right now?
Gregory's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Gregory handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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