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Top 10 lawyers in San Francisco, CA

Clients agree: these providers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Jeffrey T Killeen, Attorney At Law

Jeffrey T Killeen, Attorney At Law

New on Thervo
35+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Since 1989. Exceptionally strong at protecting family wealth from costs of long term care. Excellent at drafting trust arrangements for complex problems. Love saving my clients money while I resolve some the vexing problems that can arise as a consequence of not declaring who is in charge. Example: Successor trustee is both children. If either of them bails, the next successor is a professional trustee. This means both children have lots of good reason to keep both children happily and cooperatively involved....
By The Law

By The Law

5.0(1)
Offers online services
10 hires on Thervo
4+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Linda L. says, "My consultation was very helpful, and thorough. My questions were answered with additional clear clarification when needed." Read more
Monterey Peninsula Law Inc.

Monterey Peninsula Law Inc.

New on Thervo
Offers online services
1 hire on Thervo
5+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Sheilding you, your family, your business and your future.
1040 CLOUD TAX OFFICE

1040 CLOUD TAX OFFICE

5.0(2)
Offers online services
12+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Veronica L. says, "Victoria is really professional and offers guidance, and offers guidance that most tax professionals won't. I let him know I am a novice when it comes to taxes, and he spent his time explaining the basics to me. I really appreciate your good work!" Read more
Consumer Law Practice

Consumer Law Practice

5.0(1)
Offers online services
1 hire on Thervo
14+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Sharon A. says, " Atty. Daniel T. LeBel is My Superhero! I was really stupid and I sent a money order to California for a hot tub. I thought I had done my research. I thought I had done my due diligence. But then in the end, I got excited about my new hot tub and I got stupid. After I realized I lost my money, I called a ton of lawyers. No one wanted to help me. As a last-ditch effort, I called a big consumer law firm in California who said my case was "too small" and then referred me to attorney LeBel. He asked me what I thought was fair. I said I would like to get my money back and they should pay you because it's not my fault I have to get a lawyer in the first place. He agreed. Then he got me my money back. I love this attorney. He's one of the Good Guys! Every time I get in my hot tub, I feel gratitude for the guy who made sure I got one. I'm a social worker. So I worked really hard to make enough money to buy one. Thank you, Dan for not letting them rip me off. And also for helping me to not feel so stupid. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!" Read more
Law Offices Of Katrin M. Cusack

Law Offices Of Katrin M. Cusack

5.0(2)
Offers online services
4 hires on Thervo
18+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Denise S. says, "She straightforward it's not wasting any of my time she's working very hard on this divorce for me and she gets right back to me with answers to my" Read more
The Law Offices Of Mia Perez-Arroyo

The Law Offices Of Mia Perez-Arroyo

5.0(1)
Offers online services
1 hire on Thervo
6+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Ian C. says, "I WILL HIGHLY RECOMMEND ATTY. MIA. SHE IS VERY DOWN TO EARTH AND WILL PUT THE BEST INTEREST OF HER CLIENT. SHE IS A SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT WHOM YOU CAN TRUST." Read more
Sances Law

Sances Law

New on Thervo
Offers online services
2 hires on Thervo
Serves San Francisco, CA
Our mission is to connect with clients in order to help them build businesses with integrity Martin focuses on getting parties to work together collaboratively using synergy and partnership.
Norbie Gaerlan, CPA

Norbie Gaerlan, CPA

5.0Exceptional(38)
Offers online services
11 hires on Thervo
14+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Christine C. says, "I had a great experience with Norbie's team. They were friendly, efficient, and went above and beyond to help me. Highly recommend their services!🙂" Read more
Ellen Gregory Law

Ellen Gregory Law

New on Thervo
Offers online services
14+ years in business
Serves San Francisco, CA
Provides cost effective advice tailored to your legal needs. Landlord tenant, Environmental, OSHA, general business. I love helping people solve complex legal problems.

Your lawyer questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thervo.

How much does a lawyer cost?

A lawyer costs $150 to $400 per hour, depending on their location, field, and experience level. Some lawyers charge a $500 to $5,000 retainer fee, which is essentially a down payment based on their hourly rate. Other lawyers charge a flat fee for basic services, including:

  • Filing for bankruptcy
  • Immigration cases
  • Trademarks or patents
  • Writing a prenup
  • An uncontested divorce without a custody arrangement

What does a lawyer do?

A lawyer gives legal advice and completes paperwork on behalf of clients. Lawyers who have passed the bar exam can represent their clients in court and advocate on their behalf. These services save their clients the time and stress it would take to complete legal work on their own.

Specific responsibilities of a lawyer include:

  • Advising clients
  • Organizing and filing paperwork
  • Conducting relevant research
  • Negotiating settlements
  • Communicating with clients, witnesses, and colleagues

Does it cost money to ask a lawyer a question?

Most lawyers offer free consultations before taking on your case. This allows you to ask questions and helps them decide how long the case might take and whether you're likely to win. However, once you hire a lawyer, you will be billed for phone calls, questions, and emails.

What education is needed to become a lawyer?

A person must get a bachelor's degree and a juris doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school to become a lawyer. Law school takes 3 years, or 7 years including a bachelor's degree. They must also pass the bar exam in order to represent clients in court.

What's the difference between a lawyer and an attorney?

The terms "lawyer" and "attorney" are usually used interchangeably, but they are technically different. A lawyer is someone who graduated from law school and can give legal advice but may or may not have passed the bar exam.

An attorney is a person who passed the bar exam and is now qualified to represent clients in court. All attorneys are lawyers, but not all lawyers are attorneys.

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  • How long have you been practicing law?
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  • How many cases like mine have you won?
  • Will you give me a written estimate and contract?

Reviews for San Francisco lawyers

Recent success stories from people in the San Francisco area.
Jorge A.
Victoria is very responsive and will answer any questions you may have. She is very kind and talks to me like I am a friend. She explains everything in plain language. I will work with her again next year.
1040 CLOUD TAX OFFICE
Ross C.
Katrin is a rockstar! Very intelligent and personable. Always answers all my questions and follows up with me immediately. Super recommended !
Law Offices of Katrin M. Cusack
May C.
From beginning to end, the communication was outstanding. Each step of the process was handled with transparency and efficiency.😊
Norbie Gaerlan, CPA
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