Atty. Valerie Ackerman

Atty. Valerie Ackerman

Valerie Ackerman is a lawyer practicing government contracts, employment law, civil litigation. Valerie received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Oakland Oakland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Valerie Ackerman at a glance

Valerie Ackerman is a employment, litigation, and government attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1984). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1981) and George Washington University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Valerie Ackerman is a lawyer practicing government contracts, employment law, civil litigation
  • Valerie received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Valerie practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Valerie Ackerman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Valerie Ackerman 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.

Valerie Ackerman is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Valerie Ackerman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Valerie Ackerman is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →

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 Valerie Ackerman

Where is Valerie Ackerman's law office located?
Valerie Ackerman's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Valerie Ackerman handle?
Valerie Ackerman focuses on employment, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Valerie Ackerman practiced law?
Valerie Ackerman has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Valerie Ackerman go to law school?
Valerie Ackerman earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Valerie Ackerman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1981
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1984

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