Sean Jerome Desmond, Employment Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Internet
PartneratFinnegan Marks And Hampton
San Francisco, CA
Practicing employment in San Francisco since 1989.
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- Years practicing
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Sean Jerome Desmond is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Internet. Sean has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Finnegan Marks And Hampton.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Internet
- Handles Employment, General, and Internet matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sean Jerome Desmond: Sean Jerome Desmond is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Internet. Sean has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Finnegan Marks And Hampton.
Areas of practice
Sean's practice areas in San Francisco
Sean concentrates on employment, general, and internet. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sean handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Internet
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Employment cases in San Francisco, California
Sean takes employment matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sean agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Francisco, California
Sean takes general matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sean agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in San Francisco, California
Sean takes internet matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sean agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sean Jerome Desmond, employment attorney serving San Francisco
Sean Jerome Desmond is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Internet. Sean has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Finnegan Marks And Hampton. Sean works from San Francisco, California and takes on employment matters across the region.
Sean Jerome Desmond is a lawyer practicing labor, employment, worker's compensation and 1 other area of law. Sean received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Sean practices at Finnegan Marks & Hampton in San Francisco, CA.
How Sean handles employment matters
Sean Jerome Desmond is a lawyer practicing labor, employment, worker's compensation and 1 other area of law. Sean received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Sean practices at Finnegan Marks & Hampton in San Francisco, CA.
Who Sean represents
Sean reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and internet matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sean studied and practices
University of San Francisco School of Law
J.D. · 1988
University of California at Berkeley
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Sean's state bar admissions
California
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1989 · ACTIVE
Sean studied at J.D. in University of San Francisco School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Sean completed J.D. in University of San Francisco School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sean runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Sean's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California American Bar Association
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Locations
Sean Jerome Desmond's office in San Francisco
Sean's primary office is at 1990 Lombard St., Ste. 300, San Francisco, CA, 94147-8011. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Finnegan Marks And Hampton
1990 Lombard St., Ste. 300
San Francisco, CA 94147-8011
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How to hire Sean Jerome Desmond — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sean usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sean charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sean's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sean will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sean
Sean discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sean confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sean's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sean Jerome Desmond
How much does it cost to hire Sean for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sean walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sean offer a free consultation?
Sean charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sean's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sean's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in California typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sean gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sean take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Sean is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sean will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Sean?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sean will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sean accepting new employment clients right now?
Sean's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Sean handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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