Owen Jay Singer, Employment Attorney in San Jose, California
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatLaw Office of Owen J. Singer
San Jose, CA
Practicing employment in San Jose since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Owen Jay Singer is a member based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Owen has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Owen J. Singer. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Jose, CA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Medical Malpractice
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice matters from San Jose, CA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Owen Jay Singer: Owen Jay Singer is a member based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Owen has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Owen J. Singer. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Owen Jay Singer
Owen concentrates on employment, litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Owen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Employment cases in San Jose, California
Owen takes employment matters in San Jose, 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 Owen agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Jose, California
Owen takes litigation matters in San Jose, 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 Owen agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in San Jose, California
Owen takes medical malpractice matters in San Jose, 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 Owen agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Jose, California
Owen takes personal injury matters in San Jose, 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 Owen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Owen Jay Singer — Over 47 years of California employment experience
Owen Jay Singer is a member based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Owen has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Owen J. Singer. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Owen Jay Singer is a lawyer practicing tort law, litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Owen received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Owen practices at Law Office of Owen J. Singer in San Jose, CA.
How Owen handles employment matters
Owen Jay Singer is a lawyer practicing tort law, litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Owen received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Owen practices at Law Office of Owen J. Singer in San Jose, CA.
Who Owen represents
Owen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and medical malpractice matters in San Jose and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Owen Jay Singer's legal education and bar admissions
Pepperdine University
J.D. · 1979
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.S. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Owen's state bar admissions
California
1980 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
1979 · ACTIVE
Owen studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University and B.S. in University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Law school and academic background
Owen completed J.D. in Pepperdine University and B.S. in University of Wisconsin-Madison. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Owen runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Owen Jay Singer
Owen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Owen's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California State Bar of Wisconsin
membership
Locations
Owen Jay Singer's office in San Jose
Owen's primary office is at 152 N. 3rd St., Ste. 800, San Jose, CA, 95112. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Office of Owen J. Singer
152 N. 3rd St., Ste. 800
San Jose, CA 95112
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Client reviews of Owen Jay Singer — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Owen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in San Jose.
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How to hire Owen Jay Singer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Owen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Owen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Owen'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; Owen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in San Jose, 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 Owen
Owen 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. Owen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Owen'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 Owen Jay Singer
How much does it cost to hire Owen for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Owen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Owen offer a free consultation?
Owen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Owen's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Owen'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. Owen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Owen take my case if I'm outside San Jose?
Owen 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 — Owen 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 Owen?
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. Owen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Owen accepting new employment clients right now?
Owen'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 Jose, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Owen handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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