Atty. Brian E Hawes
Brian E Hawes is a lawyer practicing discrimination, dwi, employment discrimination and 6 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S. degree from Pacific Union College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Discrimination & More Attorney · Serving San Jose, CA · 44+ Years Experience
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About Brian E Hawes at a Glance
Brian E Hawes is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at Brian E Hawes. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, dui/dwi, discrimination, sexual harassment, and employment. Admitted to practice in California (1982) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1982). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1982) and Pacific Union College (B.S., 1979). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian E Hawes
- Brian E Hawes is a lawyer practicing discrimination, dwi, employment discrimination and 6 other areas of law
- Brian received a B.S. degree from Pacific Union College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Brian practices at Brian E. Hawes in San Jose, CA
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Brian E Hawes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian E Hawes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Jose.
Wrongful Termination in San Jose
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DUI / DWI Defense in San Jose
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Workplace Discrimination in San Jose
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Sexual Harassment in San Jose
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Employment Law in San Jose
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Brian E Hawes is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Jose
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Jose are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Jose Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Jose-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Jose Choose Brian E Hawes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian E Hawes's practice in the field of wrongful termination, dui/dwi, discrimination, sexual harassment, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian E Hawes brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, Brian E Hawes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, dui/dwi, and discrimination, Brian E Hawes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Jose
A San Jose-based practice means Brian E Hawes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian E Hawes Handles in San Jose
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