Passion & Compassion
Denise K. Top is a trial attorney and the principal at Top Law, PC, a boutique firm specializing in employment and civil rights law. Her practice is dedicated to making the workplace work for everyone, providing zealous advocacy for employees in all aspects of employment law. Denise is a lecturer, trainer, and author of published articles on various topics related to employment, employment law, and litigation. She has successfully obtained jury verdicts and arbitration awards on behalf of clients. Denise has been selected by her peers to the Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Star list from 2013-2015; and since 2018, has been named a Northern California Super Lawyer. She derives great pleasure working with clients to help them find their voice, stand up for their rights, and ultimately obtain justice.
Areas of Practice
Disability Rights
Medical + Family Leave
Discrimination
Whistleblowers + Retaliation
Harassment
Unpaid Wages
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