Atty. Shawn Derrell Tillis

Atty. Shawn Derrell Tillis

Shawn Derrell Tillis is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, labor and employment, age discrimination in employment and 33 other areas of law. Shawn received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1993, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Oakland Oakland 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Shawn Derrell Tillis at a glance

Shawn Derrell Tillis is an Associate based in Oakland, California, practicing at Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in California (2003). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 2001) and University of California at Santa Cruz (B.A., 1993). Active member of San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association California Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Shawn Derrell Tillis is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, labor and employment, age discrimination in employment and 33 other areas of law
  • Shawn received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1993, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Shawn practices at Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Shawn Derrell Tillis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shawn Derrell Tillis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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 Oakland 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 andnue, 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 Shawn Derrell Tillis

Where is Shawn Derrell Tillis's law office located?
Shawn Derrell Tillis's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shawn Derrell Tillis handle?
Shawn Derrell Tillis focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Shawn Derrell Tillis practiced law?
Shawn Derrell Tillis has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Shawn Derrell Tillis go to law school?
Shawn Derrell Tillis earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Shawn Derrell Tillis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 2001
B.A.
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 1993

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2003

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