James "Jim" Achermann

Mr. Achermann's is a Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist and his practice is focused on Workers' Compensation case work and litigation. Since his admission to the California State Bar, Mr. Achermann has represented injured workers both within the workers' compensation system as well as employees in both public and private sector labor unions, providing advice and advocacy in arbitration, administrative proceedings, and litigation. In addition, Mr. Achermann has represented employees and workers in discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination cases throughout the state of California. Mr. Achermann is currently on the Board of Directors for the California Applicants Association as well as on the Amicus Committee. He has argued as an Amicus counsel in appellate courts throughout the state of California. Mr. Achermann lectures and speaks on workers compensation topics through out the state providing continuing education to other practitioners. Jim is a graduate of The University of California at Davis (B.A. 2004) where he majored in both Political Science and History. Mr. Achermann obtained his Juris Doctorate from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 2008. In his spare time Mr. Achermann enjoys coaching his son's baseball team and spending time with his family. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees James "Jim" Achermann included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Super Lawyer Rising Star, 2016 -2019 Applicant Attorney of the Year 2022 - California Applicants Attorney Association San Francisco Chapter Other Sources of Feedback About James "Jim" Achermann Included on the 2026Northern California Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2019 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2018 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers list

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