Atty. Jonathan M. Ocker

Atty. Jonathan M. Ocker

Jonathan M. Ocker is a lawyer practicing compensation & benefits, corporate, global corporate solutions and 4 other areas of law.

San Francisco San Francisco 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (628) 218-5235

Profile Summary

About Jonathan M. Ocker at a glance

Jonathan M. Ocker is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and California (1983). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State and American (Member, Sections on: Business Law Tax) Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jonathan M. Ocker is a lawyer practicing compensation & benefits, corporate, global corporate solutions and 4 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Jonathan practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan M. Ocker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan M. Ocker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Francisco 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan M. Ocker

Where is Jonathan M. Ocker's law office located?
Jonathan M. Ocker's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan M. Ocker handle?
Jonathan M. Ocker focuses on employment, business, ip, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jonathan M. Ocker practiced law?
Jonathan M. Ocker has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Jonathan M. Ocker go to law school?
Jonathan M. Ocker earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Jonathan M. Ocker for a consultation?
You can contact Jonathan M. Ocker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jonathan M. Ocker received?
Jonathan M. Ocker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
California
Admitted: 1983

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