Calvin Chang
Cal Law APC • Sacramento, CA
Sexual HarassmentEmployment LawPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
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Phone
888-804-3299
Address
Sacramento, CA, 95814, US
Professional
Bar Admissions
Supreme Court of CaliforniaCaliforniaU.S. District Court Eastern District of CaliforniaU.S. District Court Northern District of CaliforniaU.S. Court of Appeals 9th CircuitU.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit
About
Calvin Chang is a dedicated attorney at Cal Law APC, situated in Sacramento, California, where he specializes in sexual harassment, employment discrimination, and retaliation cases. With a profound commitment to advocating for the rights of employees, Calvin leverages his extensive legal knowledge and experience to provide clients with effective representation and guidance. Calvin earned his Juris Doctor from a prestigious law school, where he developed a strong foundation in employment law. After joining Cal Law APC, he has successfully represented numerous clients in complex cases, ensuring justice for those who have faced workplace misconduct and discrimination. His meticulous approach to legal research and litigation has earned him a reputation as a trusted advocate in the field. At Cal Law APC, located at 500 Capitol Mall, Suite 2350, Sacramento, CA 95814, Calvin takes pride in fostering a client-centered environment, prioritizing open communication and personalized strategies. He is passionate about empowering individuals to stand up against injustice and create a fairer workplace for all. Calvin is also an active member of various legal associations, further enhancing his expertise and commitment to the legal profession.
About Sexual Harassment Law
Sexual harassment attorneys represent victims of workplace harassment and help them seek justice and compensation. They handle sensitive cases with discretion. Common matters include workplace harassment, hostile work environment, quid pro quo, retaliation.
Credentials
Education
Concord Law School of Kaplan University, Los Angeles, California | Juris Doctor | University of California at Davis | B.A. | Major: Political Science | Boston University | Masters in Criminal Justice
Certifications
Admitted to practice is the following Courts: All California State Courts US Court of AppealsNinth Circuit U.S. Court of AppealsFederal Circuit U.S. District Central District of California U.S. District CourtEastern District of California U.S. District CourtNorthern District of California2020Mr. Chang is a Pro Bono Volunteer for the Public Service Legal Response Center. The Center unites lawyers who want to assist current or former federal workers through a central hub to connect them with opportunities to help. Lawyers could provide a variety of types of assistance to these public servantsfrom intakes and general guidance to direct representation in appeals or legal proceedings.We particularly need lawyers with expertise in the following areas:(1) Federal employment law(2) General labor and employment law(3) Government investigations(4) Criminal defense(5) Privacy/data security(6) Defamation/libel/slander2025Joined We The Action and completed training connecting lawyers to federal workers who have legal claims. Public Service Legal Response Center - We The Action Mr. Chang is admitted to the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington D.C.2025Goodson v. County of Plumas. Correctional officer claims retaliation after reporting on-the-job sexual harassment. $752K. Plumas County. Court and Case Number: Plumas County Superior Court / 2:18-cv-03105-KJM-DB Date of Verdict or Judgment: ThursdayJuly 202023 Date Action was Filed: FridayNovember 302018 Type of Case: EmploymentSexual HarassmentWrongful Termination Judge or Arbitrator(s): Hon. Kimberly J. Mueller Defendants: Gross Verdict or Award: $752214 Net Verdict or Award: $752214 Award as to each Defendant: The Court found that plaintiff was in fact sexually harassed by her sergeant. The Court found: "the County relied on [an Investigator and Undersheriff's] dubiousone-sidedand even false accusations against [Plaintiff] to justify its decision to terminate her employment.” "The notice of [Undersheriff's] recommendation to terminate [Plaintiff’s] employmentwhich he wrote on the County’s behalf and which the County adoptedwas retaliatory on its face." Economic Damages: Past lost earnings: $52214 Future lost earnings: $200000 Non-Economic Damages: $500000 Trial or Arbitration Time: 6 days Post Trial Motions & Post-Verdict Settlements: Attorneys fees pending.2023
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
The Rising Stars list recognizes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state., 2020 | Why These Employment Lawyers? Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Sacramento Employment Lawyers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best. We scored 188 Employment Lawyers in Sacramento, CA and Picked the Top 19, 2024 | Why These Employment Lawyers? Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Sacramento Employment Lawyers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best. We scored 188 Employment Lawyers in Sacramento, CA and Picked the Top 19, 2023 | Why These Employment Lawyers? Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Sacramento Employment Lawyers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best. We scored 188 Employment Lawyers in Sacramento, CA and Picked the Top 19, 2022 | Why These Employment Lawyers? Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Sacramento Employment Lawyers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best. We scored 188 Employment Lawyers in Sacramento, CA and Picked the Top 19, 2021 | Why These Employment Lawyers? Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Sacramento Employment Lawyers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best. We scored 188 Employment Lawyers in Sacramento, CA and Picked the Top 19, 2017 | Why These Employment Lawyers? Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Sacramento Employment Lawyers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best. We scored 188 Employment Lawyers in Sacramento, CA and Picked the Top 19, 2020 | Best Employment Lawyers in Sacramento Expert recommended Top 3 Employment Lawyers in Sacramento, California. All of our employment lawyers face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection , which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!, 2023 | The Rising Stars list recognizes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state., 2019 | Top 100 Trial Lawyers National Trial Lawyers Association 2017 Best Employment Lawyers Three Best Rated 2016 Top 10% Lawyers of Distinction 2016 Best in Employment Law Sacramento Small Business Excellence 2016 AVVO Rated Superb AVVO Top Lawyer, 2017 | Co-Chair, Public Employees Committee, California Employment Lawyers Association, 2023 | United States Federal Courts for the Eastern District of California, Northern District of California, and Ninth Circuit, 2021 | California, 2021 | Admitted to practice in the US Courts of Appeal for the Federal Circuit., 2021 | State of California State Personnel Board, Admitted to Practice 2015 - Present United States District Court for the Northern District of California Admitted to Practice 2015 - Present Capital City Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2014 - Present State Bar of California, Housing & Public Accommodation Subsection 2012 - Present Asian Pacific Bar Association of Sacramento Member 2012 - Present, Sacramento County Bar Association, Member 2011 - Present United States District Court for the Eastern District of California, Admitted 2011 - Present SacLEGAL, Sustaining Member 2008 - Present State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law Section, Member 2008 - Present National Employment Lawyers Association, Member 2007 - Present California Employment Lawyers Association, Mentor, Public Sector Committee 2007 - Present Consumer Attorney Association of Los Angeles, Member 2010 - 2014, 2011
Associations
Co-Chair of the Public Employee Committee of the California Employment Lawyers Association
Updated: May 04, 2026