Best Defamation, Libel & Slander Lawyers in Oakland, CA

15 firms listed · 13 in Oakland · 1 open 24/7 · 2 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Franco Muñoz Workers Compensation Law Firm

Franco Muñoz Workers Compensation Law Firm

4.9 82 reviews
“Very happy with the lawyer Estela, she helped me in my entire case and was always on the lookout, very good, highly recommended”
No fee unless you winSe habla españolServes San Francisco Bay Area, Northern CaliforniaFree consultationSince 2017
1720 Broadway #410
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Hunter Pyle Law

Hunter Pyle Law

4.7 68 reviews
“I could not be happier with the outcome of my disability discrimination, retaliation, race discrimination, and misclassification claim involving my former employer.”
Replies within 1 business dayServes CaliforniaSince 2016Prices online
505 14th St #600
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Tong LAW

Tong LAW

4.8 56 reviews
“Feeling supported, I decided to hire TONG LAW for representation in negotiating with my employer, and Vincent secured an excellent severance package for me”
Se habla españolServes CaliforniaSince 2012
1999 Harrison St 18th floor
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Brian A. Ripley

Brian A. Ripley

5.0 23 reviews
“Responsive and effective, Brian and his team are a delight to work with.”
BBB ASince 1986
1300 Clay St Suite 600
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Liberty Law

Liberty Law

4.2 8 reviews
“Very Helpful Very Good work I will keep them locked in my phone if I very need there help again or let my friends and family know about Liberty Law Office”
Since 1995
1999 Harrison St #1800
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Erlich Law Firm

Erlich Law Firm

5.0 5 reviews
“Jason is a different kind of employee rights attorney – he was never afraid to take my case to trial and never tried to pressure me to take a low ball settlement.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2019
180 Grand Ave Suite 1380
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The 15 firms listed for Oakland, CA take on defamation, libel and slander matters for people and businesses. What each states about claimant work, media defense and reputation cases comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Oakland, CA

13 of the 15 firms we list are based in Oakland; the other 2 serve Oakland from San Francisco (13 mi). 14 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 513 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock and 2 are open on weekends. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 40 years. 1 offers urgent consultations; 4 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Which defamation firms listed for Oakland describe their media work online?

All 15 firms on this page have a website on file, and most say whether they act for claimants, for publishers, or for both. That one fact tells you more than the size of the firm does. Reputation claims and speech defense sit on opposite sides of the same practice area.

Law Offices of Michael C. Cohen

Law Offices of Michael C. Cohen

4.3 6 reviews
“Cohn assigned attorney David Levine to us to work with us on our case and David Levine help us win our case, Thank you David Levine and Mr.”
Free consultationNo fee unless you winCalifornia Bar since 197540+ years
101 Broadway
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R. Michael Flynn

R. Michael Flynn

5.0 19 reviews
“He is responsive and prompt, thoughtful and intelligent, and most importantly, incredibly kind and caring.”
Free phone consultationSince 2013
1720 Broadway UNIT 430
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Nomos

Nomos

Best Lawyers 20243 attorneysSince 2019Prices online
248 3rd St suite 1119
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Law Office of Gunter Mihaescu

Law Office of Gunter Mihaescu

4.0 2 reviews
“He explained all the process clearly and did not get inpatient if I had more questions with any step of the process after he explained it.”
Since 2010
2044 Franklin St
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Stanwyck Law Offices

Stanwyck Law Offices

5.0 1 review
“His advice has always been balanced and spot on, and his many, many years of experience has served us very well, both domestically and internationally.”
40+ years
825 Washington St #212
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Emeziem & Others

Emeziem & Others

Since 2012Family-owned
333 Hegenberger Rd #503
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Law Offices of Leon H. Rountree III

Law Offices of Leon H. Rountree III

California Bar since 2002Serves CaliforniaSince 2007
1111 Broadway Ste 300
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The Cartwright Law Firm

The Cartwright Law Firm

4.9 52 reviews
“Rob Cartwright, his associates and staff always instilled great confidence with excellent communication and follow through”
Free consultationSince 2001
San Francisco, CA · 13 mi from Oakland
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Creative Industry Law

Creative Industry Law

BBB accreditedSince 2002
San Francisco, CA · 13 mi from Oakland
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