Andrew F. Pierce

Betty H. Chen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Betty H., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Betty H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mary Powell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Mary, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Chris Carr is widely regarded as one of the leading project development, environmental, and energy lawyers in the United States. Drawing on his experience with the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Department of State, Mr. Carr represents businesses, land developers, public agencies, and nonprofits in all areas of environmental and natural resource law, including energy, transportation, water, forestry, mining, coastal and marine resources, and agriculture. In particular, his pract...

Sigrid Waggener is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law. Sigrid, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sigrid is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Patrick Gunn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Patrick, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Patrick is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Amy L. Hespenheide is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Amy L., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Amy L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Stephen C. Ryan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Stephen C., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

When business partnerships, startups, and investment funds are in the throes of intra-company disputes or face claims of wrongdoing, business litigator John D. Pernick guides companies and their founders, directors, executives, and investors toward resolutions that serve their overall interests, be it through negotiation or litigation. He also represents companies and individuals in complex state and federal litigation matters and in connection with investigations by the Securities Exchange C...

Fortune 100 companies rely on Valarie Williams to resolve critical multinational antitrust issues in the boardroom and the courtroom. She has innovative ideas for deciding where and when to bring lawsuits to recover compensation for past wrongs, defending against serious allegations brought by the government or civil claimants, and getting a deal through antitrust regulators in multiple jurisdictions. Valarie concentrates her practice in antitrust litigation, with extensive experience in both...

Under Elizabeth Cabraser’s leadership, Lieff Cabraser has become one of the country’s largest law firms serving clients seeking redress for financial and consumer fraud , anti-competitive practices , harmful drugs and products , and illegal employment practices . For four decades, Elizabeth has made sure that our firm remains dedicated to its clients and its core values. Possessing unparalleled expertise in complex civil litigation, Elizabeth has served as court-appointed lead, co...