J.D., University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, 2009
M.B.A., University of Iowa Henry B. Tippie College of Business, Iowa City, 2009
B.A., Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, 2005
John Slavik is an associate in the Firm’s Labor and Employment and Litigation practice groups.
John represents businesses and other types of entities in a broad range of litigation and arbitration matters in California, including contractual, employment, and commercial disputes.
John is experienced in all areas of employment litigation and defends employers against alleged civil rights, tort, contract, and statutory violations, including the defense of claims involving workplace discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour issues, trade secrets, and class actions.
Prior to joining Weintraub, John represented clients in civil and criminal litigation in Iowa. After moving to California, he joined an investment management firm in Century City, CA, where he consulted Am Law 100 firms and Fortune 500 clients involved in headline-making business and intellectual property investigations.
Outside of the Firm, John enjoys hiking, skiing, cooking, and traveling.
July 16, 2025
Weintraub Tobin hosted its internal mock trial on June 27, 2025. Designed to help associates refine their courtroom skills while under the expert supervision of more senior attorneys, the mock trial included key elements of real litigation. Over 30 participants joined from across all offices and ranks, including shareholders, associates,…
August 1, 2024
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome John Slavik as an associate attorney in the Firm’s Labor and Employment and Litigation practice groups. He represents businesses and other types of entities in a broad range of litigation and arbitration matters in California, including contractual, employment, and commercial disputes. John is experienced…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce that Blake Gibbs has been named Treasurer of the Sacramento County Bar Association’s Construction Law Section. Blake is an Associate at Weintraub Tobin and a member of the firm’s Litigation and Construction practice groups. He represents clients throughout California in complex business, construction, and…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce that Lily M. Harris has been named practice group leader for the Firm’s Trusts & Estates group. Lily is a shareholder and experienced litigator who represents clients in a broad range of matters, with a primary focus on trusts and estates litigation. A California…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome Uri Grant as a shareholder in the Firm’s Trusts & Estates group. Uri is an experienced litigator representing beneficiaries, trustees, conservators, and professional fiduciaries through the legal and emotional challenges that arise in probate, trust, and conservatorship disputes. He will be based out of…
Jacqueline Simonovich, a senior attorney in Weintraub Tobin’s Labor and Employment practice group, has been named President of the Barristers Board of the Bar Association of San Francisco (BASF), effective January 1, 2026. Jacqueline Simonovich has been an active leader within BASF for several years, previously serving in key roles…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce that Dustin Amrein and Benjamin Lewis have been named shareholders in the law corporation. Dustin Amrein is a shareholder in the Firm’s Construction and Litigation practice groups. He represents contractors, subcontractors, owners, and material suppliers in complex construction and real estate disputes. His practice includes assisting clients with matters involving mechanics liens, stop…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce that partners Jessica Marlow and Shaun Gordon have been selected as a featured duo in Variety’s Dealmakers 2025 list, which highlights attorneys, executives, agents, and financiers behind many of the year’s most impactful entertainment transactions. Jessica and Shaun advise a broad mix of clients across digital media, podcasts, film, television, and branded entertainment. Their practices include advising major…
What happens when AI hallucinations are branded as journalism? In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Matt Sugarman break down The New York Times v. Perplexity AI, a lawsuit that goes beyond copyright and into largely untested trademark territory. In this episode, they cover: Alleged…
Weintraub Tobin’s legal podcast, The Briefing, published nearly 50 episodes in 2025 covering the latest legal developments shaping the media, entertainment, and creator economy industries. As we wrap up the year, we’re sharing the most popular episodes of 2025. 3: Court Drowns Pepperdine’s “Waves” Trademark Battle Against Netflix Pepperdine University challenged…
Weintraub client Christina Lauren’s bestselling novel In a Holidaze is being adapted into a new Netflix romantic comedy starring Maddie Ziegler, Rob Lowe, Graham Phillips, and Elias Kacavas. The film will be written and directed by Tiffany Paulsen and produced by Alloy Entertainment as the first project under its new multi-year first-look…
Weintraub client and luxury skincare brand, U Beauty, is coming to Sephora. The company, known for its science-backed formulas that simplify skincare, has been highly praised by celebrities and industry leaders since its launch in 2019. As part of the deal, U Beauty products will be available for purchase on…
The Workplace Know Your Rights Act – SB 294, takes effect on January 1st, 2026 and provides requirements for employers to notify employees of their rights related to law enforcement interactions at work, as well as providing the option for employers to notify an emergency contact in the event of…
