
John-Paul Singh Deol, Civil Rights Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation · 4.8/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews
Partner and Head of Employment LawatDhillon Law Group Inc.
San Francisco, CA
Practicing civil rights in San Francisco since 2012.
- 14+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 12 client reviews
- 5
- Bar admissions
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John-Paul Singh Deol is a partner and head of employment law based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. John-Paul has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dhillon Law Group Inc.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About John-Paul Singh Deol: John-Paul Singh Deol is a partner and head of employment law based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. John-Paul has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dhillon Law Group Inc.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters John-Paul takes on
John-Paul concentrates on civil rights, employment, litigation, trade secrets, and wage & hour. Each area below outlines the kind of case John-Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Litigation
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Trade Secrets
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Wage & Hour
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Class Action
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Civil Rights cases in San Francisco, California
John-Paul takes civil rights 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 John-Paul agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in San Francisco, California
John-Paul 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 John-Paul agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
John-Paul 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 John-Paul agrees to represent you.
Trade Secrets cases in San Francisco, California
John-Paul takes trade secrets 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 John-Paul agrees to represent you.
Wage & Hour cases in San Francisco, California
John-Paul takes wage & hour 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 John-Paul agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet John-Paul Singh Deol — civil rights lawyer in San Francisco
John-Paul Singh Deol is a partner and head of employment law based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. John-Paul has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dhillon Law Group Inc.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.
John-Paul S. Deol is an associate in the Labor and Employment Practice Group in the firm's San Francisco office.
Areas of Practice
Mr. Deol represents employers in trade secret, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour matters in state and federal courts. He also counsels his clients on non-compete and non-solicitation agreements and compliance with state and federal employment laws.
Mr. Deol has significant experience representing clients in trade secrets matters pre-litigation and in litigation, including obtaining and defending against temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions. His clients have included online retailers, advertising companies, technology consulting businesses, and app developers. Mr. Deol has both prosecuted and defended against claims of misappropriation of trade secrets and related causes of action, including, but not limited to, breach of contract, unfair competition, breach of fiduciary duty, and violations of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. The trade secrets and confidential data with which Mr. Deol has experience include software code, customer data, and business plans and strategy.
Clerkships
•Extern to Honorable John T. Noonan, Jr. at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Articles
•Despite Legalization, Employers Can Keep Their No-Pot Policies
Daily Journal , February 13, 2017
•2017 is Packed with New California Employment Laws
Daily Journal , February 1, 2017
Labor and Employment Law Blog Posts
• Proposed Legislation May Significantly Limit Class Action Litigation in Federal Court, March 2, 2017
Events
•Labor & Employment Law Update & Happy Hour - Palo Alto
Fall 2017 Seminar Series
October 10, 2017
Working with John-Paul on a civil rights matter
John-Paul S. Deol is an associate in the Labor and Employment Practice Group in the firm's San Francisco office. Areas of Practice Mr. Deol represents employers in trade secret, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour matters in state and federal courts. He also counsels his clients on non-compete and non-solicitation agreements and compliance with state and federal employment…
Who John-Paul represents
John-Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and litigation matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Santa Clara University
J.D. Class · 2012
University of California, Berkeley B.A. Highest Distinction, Phi Beta Kappa Yale University
M.P.H. Horstmann · 2022
Jurisdictions
John-Paul's state bar admissions
New York
2022 · ACTIVE
Texas
2022 · ACTIVE
Texas
2022 · ACTIVE
Washington
2021 · ACTIVE
California U.S. Dist
2012 · ACTIVE
John-Paul studied at J.D. Class in Santa Clara University and M.P.H. Horstmann in University of California, Berkeley B.A. Highest Distinction, Phi Beta Kappa Yale University.
Law school and academic background
John-Paul completed J.D. Class in Santa Clara University and M.P.H. Horstmann in University of California, Berkeley B.A. Highest Distinction, Phi Beta Kappa Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John-Paul runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
John-Paul has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
John-Paul's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •From 2015 to 2016, Mr
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Deol served on the Board of the South Asian Bar Association of Northern California
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He is now Secretary of the Barristers' Board of the Bar Association of San Francisco and an associate member of the Edward J
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McFetridge American Inn of Court
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Locations
John-Paul Singh Deol's office in San Francisco
John-Paul's primary office is at 177 Post Street, Suite 700, San Francisco, CA, 94108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dhillon Law Group Inc.
177 Post Street, Suite 700
San Francisco, CA 94108
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Client reviews of John-Paul Singh Deol — 4.8/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of John-Paul. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in San Francisco.
4.8
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How to hire John-Paul Singh Deol — 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 John-Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John-Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John-Paul'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; John-Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in San Francisco, 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 John-Paul
John-Paul 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. John-Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John-Paul'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 John-Paul Singh Deol
How much does it cost to hire John-Paul for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John-Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John-Paul offer a free consultation?
John-Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John-Paul's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check John-Paul'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. John-Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John-Paul take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
John-Paul 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 — John-Paul 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 John-Paul?
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. John-Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John-Paul accepting new civil rights clients right now?
John-Paul's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
John-Paul handles civil rights matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights 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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