California
The best lawyers in San Francisco (2026)
Injury, divorce, criminal defense, DUI and immigration lawyers across San Francisco, with every firm's office, phone and practice focus.
San Francisco's lawyers cluster in the Financial District and around Bryant Street, close to the Hall of Justice. Rideshare, bicycle and pedestrian injuries are common here, as is immigration work for tech employees and families. We publish a separate guide for each legal problem, and every firm has its own profile page.
Personal Injury lawyers in San Francisco
All Personal InjuryThe 5 Best Personal Injury Lawyers in San Francisco (2026)
The best personal injury lawyers in San Francisco in 2026 include Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger and Scarlett Law Group for serious injury and …
Read the guide San Francisco · Car Accident LawyersThe Best Car Accident Lawyers in San Francisco (2026)
The best car accident lawyers in San Francisco in 2026 include Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers for traffic crashes, Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoe…
Read the guideCriminal Defense lawyers in San Francisco
All Criminal DefenseThe 5 Best DUI Lawyers in San Francisco (2026)
The best DUI lawyers in San Francisco in 2026 include Uthman Law Office for DMV hearings and license reinstatement, Geller Law for felony DUI, Rebecca…
Read the guide San Francisco · Criminal Defense LawyersThe 5 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Francisco (2026)
The best criminal defense lawyers in San Francisco in 2026 include Uthman Law Office, whose lead lawyer says he's a former officer and public defender…
Read the guideImmigration lawyers in San Francisco
All ImmigrationLawyers by neighborhood and suburb
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Finding a lawyer in San Francisco: common questions
How do I check that a lawyer is licensed in California?
Use the free lawyer search from the State Bar of California Attorney Search. It shows whether a lawyer is licensed in California and any public record of discipline.
How do I get free legal help in San Francisco?
Start with Bay Area Legal Aid (free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents) or California Courts Self-Help Guide (free plain-language guides and forms from the state courts). Legal aid usually depends on income and the type of case, so ask whether you qualify.
Which type of lawyer do I need in San Francisco?
It depends on what happened, because most lawyers concentrate on a few kinds of case. We publish 6 separate San Francisco guides by practice area. If you're unsure, our which-lawyer tool will point you to the right one.
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