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 welcome Kassy Schuenke as an associate in the Firm’s Corporate Practice Group. Based in the Firm’s Sacramento office, Kassy represents businesses, investors, and private companies across a range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, corporate governance, and intellectual property matters. She…
Weintraub Tobin is honored to be recognized as one of Sacramento’s Best Places to Work in 2026 by the Sacramento Business Journal for the fifth consecutive year. Best Places to Work is an annual award given by the Sacramento Business Journal to local area companies whose staff reported high rates of employee satisfaction in…
The Weintraub Tobin Trusts & Estates team was proud to participate in the 31st Annual Professional Fiduciary Association of California (PFAC) Educational Conference, held May 27–30, 2026, at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento. (conference website) Recognized as California’s premier educational event for professional fiduciaries, the conference brought…
Weintraub Tobin’s California Employment News podcast has reached an exciting milestone with the release of its 100th episode on June 9, 2026. With regular contributions by all attorneys in the firm’s Labor & Employment Group, the podcast features brief, bi-weekly episodes designed to keep California employers informed on timely developments…
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome Nicole Nogueras as Of Counsel in the Firm’s Entertainment & Media practice group. Based in the Firm’s Los Angeles office, Nicole focuses on business and legal affairs for production companies and advises clients across the entertainment industry on transactional, production, and talent-related matters. Nicole…
FX is developing That Texas Blood, a drama series from Jim Mickle and E.L. Katz based on the Image Comics series from Chris Condon and Jacob Phillips. The neo-noir Western follows Sheriff Joe Bob Coates of Ambrose County, Texas, as a man’s return home after his brother’s sudden disappearance leads to…
Welcome to the latest installment of On the Move, highlighting the community engagement, professional development, and industry involvement of Weintraub Tobin attorneys. Throughout the first part of the year, our attorneys participated in conferences, speaking engagements, affinity group programming, and community events that reflect our commitment to collaboration, leadership, and…
Weintraub Tobin is proud to support UCP of Sacramento and Northern California’s annual “Humanitarian of the Year” event on May 29, 2026. The Firm’s commitment to UCP’s mission, advancing life without limits for people with disabilities, is exemplified by Trusts & Estates attorney Janet Chediak’s longstanding leadership within the organization. Janet serves on the UCP Foundation Board of Directors…
Weintraub client Big Shot Pictures is partnering with A for Adley creator Adley McBride on a new television series adaptation of Eloise, based on the beloved children’s book character created by Kay Thompson and illustrated by Hilary Knight. The series is being developed through Big Shot Pictures (led by Brian Robbins), with McBride…
Netflix has greenlit Barbaric, a medieval fantasy drama based on the hit Vault Comics title of the same name. Created by Mike Moreci and Nathan Gooden, the series follows a barbarian cursed to only use violence for good as he embarks on a journey of redemption alongside his talking axe…
When an employee leaves, employers should act quickly to protect trade secrets, confidential business information, and customer relationships. In this 100th episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys James Kachmar and John Slavik discuss practical steps companies can take before, during, and after an employee’s departure. Listen for a breakdown of how…
Terminating an employee can present significant legal risk if not handled carefully. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Nikki Mahmoudi and John Slavik discuss best practices and key considerations employers should evaluate before making a termination decision. Listen for a breakdown of what California employers need to know to approach…
In this episode of California Employment News, we break down AB 692, a law that places significant limits on so called “stay or pay” provisions in contracts between employers and workers in California. Weintraub Tobin attorneys Shauna Correia, Chair of the Firm’s Labor and Employment group, and associate, John Slavik, cover:…
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…
