Amy Eskin, General Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratHersh & Hersh
San Francisco, CA
Practicing general in San Francisco since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Quick answer
Amy Eskin is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Personal Injury. Amy has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hersh & Hersh. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- General · Health Care · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Health Care, and Personal Injury matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Amy Eskin: Amy Eskin is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Personal Injury. Amy has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hersh & Hersh. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Amy's practice areas in San Francisco
Amy concentrates on general, health care, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Amy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Health Care
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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General cases in San Francisco, California
Amy takes general matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in San Francisco, California
Amy takes health care matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Francisco, California
Amy takes personal injury matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in San Francisco, California
Amy takes product liability matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Amy Eskin, general attorney serving San Francisco
Amy Eskin is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Personal Injury. Amy has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hersh & Hersh. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Amy works from San Francisco, California and takes on general matters across the region.
Amy Eskin is a lawyer practicing pharmaceutical, medical device, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Amy received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years. Amy practices at Hersh & Hersh in San Francisco, CA.
Amy's approach to general cases
Amy Eskin is a lawyer practicing pharmaceutical, medical device, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Amy received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years. Amy practices at Hersh & Hersh in San Francisco, CA.
The kind of cases Amy takes
Amy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and personal injury matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Amy studied and practices
Golden Gate University School of Law
J.D. · 1986
University of California at Berkeley
B.A. Rhetoric · 1981
Jurisdictions
Amy's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1987 · ACTIVE
Amy studied at J.D. in Golden Gate University School of Law and B.A. Rhetoric in University of California at Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Amy completed J.D. in Golden Gate University School of Law and B.A. Rhetoric in University of California at Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Amy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Amy's legal honors and published work
Amy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Amy's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association Consumer Attorneys of California Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
Locations
Amy Eskin's office in San Francisco
Amy's primary office is at 601 Van Ness Ave., Ste. 2080, San Francisco, CA, 94102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Amy Eskin — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Amy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in San Francisco.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Amy Eskin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Amy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Amy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Amy's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Amy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Amy
Amy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Amy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Amy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Amy Eskin
How much does it cost to hire Amy for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Amy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Amy offer a free consultation?
Amy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Amy's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Amy's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Amy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Amy take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Amy is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Amy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Amy?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Amy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Amy accepting new general clients right now?
Amy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Amy handles general matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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