Tzaddi Smith Thompson, Employment Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Sexual Harassment
AttorneyatNixon Peabody LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing employment in San Francisco since 2003.
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Tzaddi Smith Thompson is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Sexual Harassment. Tzaddi has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Sexual Harassment
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Sexual Harassment matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Tzaddi Smith Thompson: Tzaddi Smith Thompson is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Sexual Harassment. Tzaddi has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Tzaddi takes on
Tzaddi concentrates on employment, litigation, and sexual harassment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tzaddi handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Sexual Harassment
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Employment cases in San Francisco, California
Tzaddi 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 Tzaddi agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Tzaddi 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 Tzaddi agrees to represent you.
Sexual Harassment cases in San Francisco, California
Tzaddi takes sexual harassment 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 Tzaddi agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Tzaddi Smith Thompson — employment lawyer in San Francisco
Tzaddi Smith Thompson is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Sexual Harassment. Tzaddi has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Tzaddi Smith Thompson is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, sexual harassment. Tzaddi received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years. Tzaddi practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in San Francisco, CA.
How Tzaddi handles employment matters
Tzaddi Smith Thompson is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, sexual harassment. Tzaddi received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years. Tzaddi practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in San Francisco, CA.
The kind of cases Tzaddi takes
Tzaddi reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and sexual harassment matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
J.D. · 2003
Wesleyan University
B.A. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Tzaddi's state bar admissions
California
2003 · ACTIVE
Tzaddi studied at J.D. in University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law and B.A. in Wesleyan University.
Law school and academic background
Tzaddi completed J.D. in University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law and B.A. in Wesleyan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tzaddi runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Tzaddi Smith Thompson's office in San Francisco
Tzaddi's primary office is at One Embarcadero Center, 18th Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94111-3628. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Nixon Peabody LLP
One Embarcadero Center, 18th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94111-3628
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How to hire Tzaddi Smith Thompson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tzaddi usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tzaddi charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tzaddi'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; Tzaddi 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 Tzaddi
Tzaddi 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. Tzaddi confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tzaddi'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 Tzaddi Smith Thompson
How much does it cost to hire Tzaddi for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tzaddi walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tzaddi offer a free consultation?
Tzaddi charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tzaddi's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Tzaddi'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. Tzaddi gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tzaddi take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Tzaddi 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 — Tzaddi 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 Tzaddi?
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. Tzaddi will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tzaddi accepting new employment clients right now?
Tzaddi'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
Tzaddi handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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