Doug Kane

Doug Kane is a Santa Cruz–based employment law attorney who has represented employees in California since 1998. He focuses exclusively on protecting workers’ rights in matters involving wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, harassment, and wage-and-hour violations at the Law Office of Douglas Kane. With decades of experience, Doug is known for his strong command of employment litigation and for guidingthrough complex legal processes. He works closely with individuals who have been mistreated by employers, helping them understand their rights and pursue meaningful legal remedies.

Douglas Kane earned his J.D. from Monterey College of Law and his B.A. from George Washington University. His legal education provided a strong foundation in research, analysis, and legal writing, skills that continue to shape his practice today. Through both academic training and real-world litigation experience, he developed a deep understanding of California employment laws and the procedural rules that govern workplace claims. His education supports a practical and well-reasoned approach to resolving disputes effectively.

Doug has successfully represented employees in cases against large and well-resourced employers across Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Santa Clara counties throughout his career. He has helped clients recover lost wages, employment benefits, and other damages resulting from unlawful termination, discrimination, or retaliation. His work includes claims involving protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, disability, and sexual orientation, as well as hostile work environment and sexual harassment cases.

Doug Kane assists workers with wage and hour matters, including unpaid overtime, missed meal and rest breaks, minimum wage violations, and paid sick leave disputes, as well as litigation. He is committed to ensuring that employees receive fair treatment under California law. Through careful case evaluation and straightforward legal guidance, he continues to help workers protect their rights and hold employers accountable.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Law Office of Douglas Kane
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Monterey College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• George Washington University
  Bachelor of Arts

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