Grainne Callan, ESQ

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GRAINNE CALLAN, ESQ

Grainne received her law degree from Lincoln Law School, San Jose and was admitted to the California Bar December 2017.  Before that, she earned her MS in Business Management from University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee and her BA from American University in Washington, DC.  

Grainne's legal experience includes Santa Clara County Equal Opportunity Officer, Associate Attorney for Employment Rights Attorneys, and Judicial Intern for Santa Clara County Superior Court.  She has an extensive business background in a variety of careers including legal, banking, real estate, travel, sales, and retail.  She believes in educating employers to prevent labor violations before employees are harmed. 

She has a passion for employment law because she knows what it's like to work hard, only to be mistreated by unappreciative employers.  She personally successfully pursued legal claims against three employers prior to law school, standing up for what is right.  

Areas of Practice

Employment Law

Contract Law/Review

Negotiations

Name Changes

Consulting Services

Employer Liability Review


Licensed to practice law in all CA state courts

Admitted to Northern District of CA Federal Court


Bars & Associations

California Bar

Santa Clara County Bar Association

CA Employment Lawyers Association

California Women Lawyers

American Bar Association

California Lawyers Association

Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association

The Queen's Bench

Forms & Consultations


For an employment matter, please complete this intake form prior to our first appointment.

Disclaimer. I am not your lawyer unless and until we agree, in a writing you and I both sign, and thereby both agree to the terms and conditions of my representation on your behalf.

Client Testimonials

Grainne was a great help in making me understand my severance letter.  She clearly explained the issues and things that needed to be addressed in the letter that were not in my favor. I was able to successfully change the severance letter so that my rights were assured.  I absolutely recommend having Grainne look over any legal documents that are employment related so that you know you are being treated fairly and within your rights.  So very glad I decided to seek counsel before signing anything.  Ninette F. Apr. 2023  

Grainne made me feel like she was on my team and advised me with my best intentions in mind every step of the way. Michael R. 2 Dec. 2021

Working with Grainne was fantastic. I didn’t know how I was going to get out of my lease when my business closed due to Covid 19. She was able to work with my landlord to find a solution that was within my budget. She listened to both sides and helped us find a compromise. She is diligent in her research and compelling in her arguments. She is personable and compassionate to both sides. I believe it was her skill at communication that solved the problem. If it wasn’t for her, I would have been afraid of the outcome. I will call her for all my legal needs going forward. I trust her advice and definitely recommend her to anyone who finds themselves in need. Karen A. 28 Sep. 2020

September 11th came and the ID laws changed.  My birth certificate didn't reflect the name I had gone by for so many years.  I am so grateful for Grainne Callan for taking on my name change case.  She made it so easy.  When I got to the courthouse this morning there was Grainne and her sidekick Norman McClendon.  Thanks to both of you for easing my fears.  I am so happy this is done!  Now I can get my California ID card.  I HIGHLY recommend Grainne Callan if you need an attorney. Peggy L. 8 OCT 2019

Say what you want about lawyers and the stereotypes you hear about them but when you need one, a lawyer can be your best friend. Without going into tons of detail, I had a situation where someone was trying to tarnish my reputation and that's where I contacted this firm. I had called multiple places and this was one of few to actually pick up the phone. The receptionist was very nice and told me she'd get back to me the following day. Coincidentally, I was actually running errands because my work is close by and I just dropped in. I wasn't expecting to even meet anyone that day but my attorney Grainne Callan squeezed me in for a quick 5 minute consultation. I did not have an appointment and she could have just avoided me but she took the time to review my case/situation, which I was very grateful for. We went over my case and she was very concise, professional and right to the point, while still being very understanding for my situation. My case took more than four months to get closure and during that time, I did email Grainne a few times and she always responded in a timely manner. I highly recommend this place and my attorney Grainne. She truly helped me sleep better at night and I am sure she will represent you to the fullest if needed.  James K. 31 AUG 2018

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