Andrew Ryan Neilson, Insurance Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury
AssociateatNixon Peabody LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing insurance in San Francisco since 2002.
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Andrew Ryan Neilson is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Andrew has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Andrew Ryan Neilson: Andrew Ryan Neilson is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Andrew has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Andrew Ryan Neilson
Andrew concentrates on insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Insurance cases in San Francisco, California
Andrew takes insurance 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Andrew takes litigation 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Francisco, California
Andrew 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Andrew Ryan Neilson — Over 24 years of California insurance experience
Andrew Ryan Neilson is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Andrew has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Andrew Ryan Neilson is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, litigation. Andrew received a degree from UC Hastings COL, and has been licensed for 24 years. Andrew practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in San Francisco, CA.
How Andrew handles insurance matters
Andrew Ryan Neilson is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, litigation. Andrew received a degree from UC Hastings COL, and has been licensed for 24 years. Andrew practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Who Andrew represents
Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Andrew Ryan Neilson's legal education and bar admissions
University of California, Hastings College of the Law JD - Juris Doctor
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UC Hastings COL UC Hastings COL San Francisco CA San Francisco CA California St Univ Chico California St Univ Chico Chico CA Chico CA
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Jurisdictions
Andrew's state bar admissions
California
2002 · ACTIVE
Andrew studied at — in University of California, Hastings College of the Law JD - Juris Doctor and — in UC Hastings COL UC Hastings COL San Francisco CA San Francisco CA California St Univ Chico California St Univ Chico Chico CA Chico CA.
Law school and academic background
Andrew completed — in University of California, Hastings College of the Law JD - Juris Doctor and — in UC Hastings COL UC Hastings COL San Francisco CA San Francisco CA California St Univ Chico California St Univ Chico Chico CA Chico CA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Andrew Ryan Neilson's office in San Francisco
Andrew's primary office is at One Embarcadero Center, 18th Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94111-3628. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Nixon Peabody LLP
One Embarcadero Center, 18th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94111-3628
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How to hire Andrew Ryan Neilson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Andrew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew'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; Andrew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Andrew
Andrew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Andrew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Andrew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Andrew Ryan Neilson
How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andrew offer a free consultation?
Andrew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in California typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Andrew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andrew take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Andrew 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 — Andrew 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 Andrew?
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. Andrew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andrew accepting new insurance clients right now?
Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Andrew handles insurance matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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