The Best Lawyers in Northern California

Best Lawyers Through the Ages: Our Past. Our Today. Our Future.

by Best Lawyers

With over 168,000 recognized legal professionals across 150 practice areas in 76 countries, Best Lawyers remains the original trusted source for legal awards.

Unveiling the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Brazil, Mexico, Portugal and South Africa

by Jennifer Verta

Best Lawyers celebrates the finest in law, reaffirming its commitment to the global legal community.

Find the Best Lawyers for Your Needs

by Jennifer Verta

Discover how Best Lawyers simplifies the attorney search process.

California Grad Student Strike Sparks Legal Free-Speech Battle

by Gregory Sirico

Graduate students in California strike over free speech rights amidst university crackdowns on Pro-Palestine protests, fueling an ongoing legal battle.

Presenting the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Chile, Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico

by Jennifer Verta

Celebrating top legal professionals in South America and the Caribbean.

When Can Ones to Watch Lawyers Be Nominated for Best Lawyers?

by Elizabeth Petit

Transitioning from Best Lawyers: Ones To Watch to Best Lawyers recognition.

Ninth Circuit Blocks California’s Age-Appropriate Design Code Act

by Gregory Sirico

The Ninth Circuit halted aspects of the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, reflecting free speech issues and the nuanced balance in regulating content.

Steps To Take After an Encino Car Accident

by Andrew L. Shapiro

Hurt in a car accident that wasn’t your fault? You may be able to recover compensation. Call JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers for a free consultation today.

Prop 36 California 2024: California’s Path to Stricter Sentencing and Criminal Justice Reform

by Jennifer Verta

Explore how Prop 36 could shape California's sentencing laws and justice reform.

The Struggle Is Real

by Justin Smulison

Businesses are overlooking state and federal laws when downsizing or closing operations, driving a tidal wave of class action lawsuits from former employees.

California Overhauls Controversial Private Attorneys General Act

by Katherine A. Hren and Eric C. Schwettmann

Enacted 20 years ago, PAGA is well behind the litigation curve in an age where change is always in motion.

2025 Best Lawyers Awards Announced: Honoring Outstanding Legal Professionals Across the U.S.

by Jennifer Verta

Introducing the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America and the fifth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.

California Car Accident: How To File a Personal Injury Claim

by Robert T. Simon

Several steps are involved in filing a personal injury claim after a car accident in California. Read this article to learn about your legal rights and options.

Best Lawyers Expands 2024 Brazilian Awards

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers is honored to announce the 14th edition of The Best Lawyers in Brazil™ and the first edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Brazil™.

Presenting the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Chile, Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico

by Jennifer Verta

Celebrating top legal professionals in South America and the Caribbean.

How to Increase Your Online Visibility With a Legal Directory Profile

by Jennifer Verta

Maximize your firm’s reach with a legal directory profile.

Prop 36 California 2024: California’s Path to Stricter Sentencing and Criminal Justice Reform

by Jennifer Verta

Explore how Prop 36 could shape California's sentencing laws and justice reform.

Paramount Hit With NY Class Action Lawsuit Over Mass Layoffs

by Gregory Sirico

Paramount Global faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly violating New York's WARN Act after laying off 300+ employees without proper notice in September.

Tampa Appeals Court ‘Sends Clear Message,” Ensuring School Tax Referendum Stays on Ballot

by Gregory Sirico

Hillsborough County's tax referendum is back on the 2024 ballot, promising $177 million for schools and empowering residents to decide the future of education.

The Future of Family Law: 3 Top Trends Driving the Field

by Gregory Sirico

How technology, mental health awareness and alternative dispute resolution are transforming family law to better support evolving family dynamics.

The Human Cost

by Justin Smulison

2 new EU laws aim to reshape global business by enforcing ethical supply chains, focusing on human rights and sustainability

The Litigation Finance Mass Tort Gold Rush

by Justin Smulison

Third-party litigation funding is transforming mass torts, propelling the high-risk area into a multi-billion-dollar industry

ERISA Reaches Its Turning Point

by Bryan Driscoll

ERISA litigation and the laws surrounding are rapidly changing, with companies fundamentally rewriting their business practices.

The 2025 Legal Outlook Survey Results Are In

by Jennifer Verta

Discover what Best Lawyers honorees see ahead for the legal industry.

Best Lawyers Expands With New Artificial Intelligence Practice Area

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers introduces Artificial Intelligence Law to recognize attorneys leading the way in AI-related legal issues and innovation.

How US Immigration Works: Everything You Need to Know

by Jennifer Verta

Explore the pathways, processes and evolving policies shaping U.S. immigration today.

Finding the Right Divorce Attorney

by Best Lawyers

Divorce proceedings are inherently a complex legal undertaking. Hiring the right divorce attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of any case.

Safe Drinking Water Is the Law, First Nations Tell Canada in $1.1B Class Action

by Gregory Sirico

Canada's argument that it has "no legal obligation" to provide First Nations with clean drinking water has sparked a major human rights debate.