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Sharon comes highly recommended by big names in the industry & she lives up to that high expectation. Sharon gave me my voice back after I felt it was lost, and she continues to do the same for all her clients. I don't think I can articulate just how much Sharon changed my life, but I can say she is one of the top in her field for a reason. Sharon is easily one of the most intelligent people I've met, and really goes above and beyond for clients. Sharon is dependable, invested, and will fight for you. If you're considering hiring anyone, I strongly suggest hiring Sharon.

When a person gets wrongly terminated it takes away much more than a job. Your self-esteem, confidence, trust and interacting with the outside world changes. You feel ashamed. Jean was able to change all that. From the first conversation she gave me hope and made me realize that the termination was not my fault. I live across the country from Jean but it felt as though she was right next door. She allowed me to make decisions on my case and always offered suggestions and options. Her guidance and insight was right on target. I trusted her and she was very successful for me. I am forever grateful.

I'm so grateful to have found Sharon!  She was very knowledgeable but what is also very important, she was a super nice person to consult with. Sharon listened to my concerns very carefully and provided information on all aspects I was looking for. While I hope I never need a lawyer, I would definitely recommend her to anyone.

Jean Hyams is great! I was happy to find Jean Hyams and very pleased with the work she did for me. I hired her to advise me regarding my exit from an academic institution, related to sexual orientation. Jean was accessible, friendly, a good listener and very knowledgeable in this area of law. I appreciated her calm, supportive attitude toward me and I feel confident that she was a strong ally for my case. She was a pleasure to work with despite my challenging situation. I highly recommend Jean for her professional expertise and personal demeanor.

With a great balance between rational and emotional intelligence Sharon struck decisive blows to the opposite party at the very right moment. To make a very long story short, initially I thought I had hired an attorney, today I know I could not have selected a better partner to pursue my case. I feel extremely lucky and honored that Sharon handled my case. I highly recommend Sharon instantly to anyone that requires employment related legal advice.

Results speak louder than words. My case went all the way to trial and Sharon was my champion every step of the way! After my employer wrongfully terminated from a job that I held for two decades, I was incredibly lucky to find Sharon and her team. She wowed the judge and jury, and not only did we win the case, the jury awarded us punitive damages!

I have used Sharon several times over the last 5 years to negotiate separation agreements with employers and review employment contracts. She constantly provides sound, thoughtful advice. I appreciate her candor and no BS attitude.

Jean Hyams helped save my sanity! I was sexually harassed at work. When I reported it to HR, the HR director and eventually the management of the company turned against me. I went from an exemplary employee to one faced with a performance review plan overnight. Jean helped me to understand that my claim was legitimate and valid. She worked hard for me to get an appropriate resolution. I am grateful to Jean for her expertise and tenacity in helping me with my situation. I am required to post anonymously but otherwise would proudly put my name here.

I hired Sharon for a rather sensitive case--and my very first time seeking legal services. I couldn't have asked for a better partner. Sharon is knowledgeable, sharp, and a tough negotiator. But more importantly, she was patient, kind, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire ordeal. Sharon eased my fears while simultaneously fighting tirelessly on my behalf, working diligently to secure every last detail. I cannot fully express how thankful I am to have had someone who treated me with such care (and with a bit of humor, which goes a long way in these situations). What more could you ask for than a sensitive but persistent lawyer who gets results?

Tenacity, toughness, intelligence and heart. Jean Hyams represented me in a discrimination case against a former employer. Right from the beginning she recognized that I had been treated unfairly, and she saw several areas of the law that could be applied to my case. We were up against giants, but Ms. Hyams had the tenacity and respect to confront them, and she never hesitated. In the end, my case was resolved in settlement. More importantly, the resolution of my case gave me the time and finances I needed to recover and get back on my feet. I would recommend Jean Hyams to anyone on any labor, work-related or family issues.

The hero during my great tribulation! When I was sexually harassed at work by someone in a position of great power, I didn’t feel fully protected by human resources, so I decided to seek legal counsel. When you’re in a battle, time is of the essence and Sharon understands this. Her response time was so incredibly fast. Over a series of emails and phone calls, Sharon counseled and coached me every step of the way throughout the long, dismal, drawn out process with HR. Sharon was able to help me get everything I needed and wanted from my employer without having to go to court. She gave me the gift of peace and empowerment during one of the darkest times of my life. Trust me, you want her on your team. She is a force to be reckoned with.

Jean took the time to speak with me and analyze my case. She listens and got right to the heart of the matter. Her knowledge in employment law and applying the law as she assessed it to my case enabled me to make the best decisions. She and her team went to work and within weeks, I got results. Jean negotiated and worked hard to understand my situation. She was always easy to get ahold of and she updated me frequently on our progress. I appreciated in particular how strategic she was in handling the negotiation. At the end of the day, I had a smart, articulate, compassionate, hard-working and highly ethical attorney to resolve my dispute with my former employer. She was courteous, thorough and reassured me. I can't thank her enough and her team for their outstanding work.

I hired Sharon for a rather sensitive case--and my very first time seeking legal services. I couldn't have asked for a better partner. Sharon is knowledgeable, sharp, and a tough negotiator. But more importantly, she was patient, kind, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire ordeal. Sharon eased my fears while simultaneously fighting tirelessly on my behalf, working diligently to secure every last detail. I cannot fully express how thankful I am to have had someone who treated me with such care (and with a bit of humor, which goes a long way in these situations). What more could you ask for than a sensitive but persistent lawyer who gets results?

Jean Hyams literally saved my life! I was harassed and beat down so bad by my bullying employer (one of the top medical corporations in Ca.) that my mental state of mind was being challenged. When Jean stepped in, she not only built my dignity and self-esteem back, she won my case proving I was a hard working employee that deserved fair treatment. I highly recommend Jean Hyams as one of the best of the BEST!