Claudia Wu represents established businesses and individuals in all aspects of civil litigation. Her practice focuses on the defense of professional liability claims and employment and labor disputes.

Prior to joining Wilson Elser, Claudia was a Civil Justice Fellow at an established San Francisco personal injury firm, where she gained valuable insight into trial advocacy in plaintiff-side matters. This experience enables her to anticipate plaintiffs’ arguments in crafting effective defense strategies. Previously, Claudia was a criminal central staff attorney in the Supreme Court of California, where she worked closely with court staff and justices, providing analysis and supporting the court’s decision-making process.

    Education

    • Golden Gate University School of Law (J.D., 2023)
      • Witkin Award in Criminal Law, Contracts II, and Brief Writing & Motion Advocacy
      • CALI Award for Academic Excellence in Civil Procedure II and Trial Evidence & Advocacy
      • Executive Online Editor, Golden Gate University Law Review
      • Copresident, Society of Litigators
      • National Trial Team
      • Honors Summer Trial and Evidence Program
    • University of California, Riverside (B.A. Political Science, 2012)

    Bar Admissions

    • California

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of California

    Clerkships

    California Supreme Court, Criminal Central Staff Attorney, 2023-2024

    Professional Affiliations

    • Bar Association of San Francisco
    • San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association