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.
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- Menlo Park, CA
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- over 20 years
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- 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
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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.
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University of Notre Dame B.B.A. cum laude
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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.
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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
Employment attorneys serving Menlo Park, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Michael handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Menlo Park1,592 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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
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