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Michael Y Yang, Employment Attorney in Menlo Park, California

Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Tax

Managing AssociateatOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Menlo Park, CA

Practicing employment in Menlo Park since 2006.

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Michael Y Yang is a managing associate based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Tax. Michael has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP.

Based in
Menlo Park, CA
Experience
over 20 years
Known for
Employment · General · Tax
  • Handles Employment, General, and Tax matters from Menlo Park, CA.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Michael Y Yang: Michael Y Yang is a managing associate based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Tax. Michael has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Michael takes on

Michael concentrates on employment, general, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Menlo Park, California

Michael takes employment matters in Menlo Park, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

General cases in Menlo Park, California

Michael takes general matters in Menlo Park, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Menlo Park, California

Michael takes tax matters in Menlo Park, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Michael Y Yang — employment lawyer in Menlo Park

Michael Y Yang is a managing associate based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Tax. Michael has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP.

Michael Y Yang is a lawyer practicing compensation & benefits, labor & employment, taxation. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 20 years. Michael practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in Menlo Park, CA.

Michael's approach to employment cases

Michael Y Yang is a lawyer practicing compensation & benefits, labor & employment, taxation. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 20 years. Michael practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in Menlo Park, CA.

Clients Michael works with

Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and tax matters in Menlo Park and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • New York University School of Law LL.M. Taxation Santa Clara University School of Law J.D.

  • University of Notre Dame B.B.A. cum laude

Jurisdictions

Michael's state bar admissions

  • California

    2006 · ACTIVE

Michael studied at — in New York University School of Law LL.M. Taxation Santa Clara University School of Law J.D. and — in University of Notre Dame B.B.A. cum laude.

Law school and academic background

Michael completed — in New York University School of Law LL.M. Taxation Santa Clara University School of Law J.D. and — in University of Notre Dame B.B.A. cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Michael Y Yang's office in Menlo Park

Michael's primary office is at 1000 Marsh Rd., Menlo Park, CA, 94025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

1000 Marsh Rd.

Menlo Park, CA 94025

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Hiring guide

How to hire Michael Y Yang — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Menlo Park, 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 Michael

Michael 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Michael'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 Michael Y Yang

  • How much does it cost to hire Michael for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Michael offer a free consultation?

    Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Michael'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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Menlo Park?

    Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?

    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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Michael accepting new employment clients right now?

    Michael'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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