Galen T. Shimoda

Galen T. Shimoda is a Shareholder at Shimoda Law Corp., where he devotes his practice to representing employees in labor and employment law matters. With offices in California and Utah, he focuses on class actions, wage and hour violations, wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims. Over the years, he has recovered millions of dollars for employees through litigation, settlements, and trial verdicts.

Galen earned his Juris Doctor with Great Distinction from McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, where he was a member of the Order of the Coif and the Traynor Society. He also holds dual bachelor’s degrees from the University of Utah — a B.A. in Asian Studies and a B.S. in Business Management. Admitted to practice in California, Utah, and several U.S. District Courts, Galen combines exceptional academic achievement with deep litigation experience.

Before founding his firm, Galen began his career at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, representing large corporations in complex wage and hour matters. Motivated by a commitment to fairness and justice, he transitioned to representing employees and has since built a respected plaintiff-side employment law practice. His extensive experience includes handling class action certifications, settlements, administrative hearings, and appellate cases.

Recognized for his leadership and advocacy, Galen T. Shimoda is an active member of the California Employment Lawyers Association, the Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association, and serves as President of the Utah Employment Lawyers Association. His published works and speaking engagements reflect his commitment to advancing employee rights. Through strategic litigation and passionate advocacy, Galen continues to champion workplace justice for employees across the West.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Shimoda & Rodriguez Law, PC
• Member, Capital City Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, California Employment Lawyers Association
• Member, Sacramento County Bar, Labor and Employment
• Member, California Class Action Plaintiff Group (CPAG)
• President, Utah Employment Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• California
• Utah

Education

• McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Utah
  BA in Asian Studies & Japanese Studies
• University of Utah
  BS in Business Management

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