Christiane Sinclair, Business Attorney in San Francisco, California

Christiane concentrates on business and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christiane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• Insurance

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Christiane's primary office is at 50 California St Ste 2900, San Francisco, CA, 94111-4708. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christiane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Christiane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Christiane for a business case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christiane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Christiane offer a free consultation?

  Christiane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christiane's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Christiane's current terms during booking.

• How long do business cases in California typically take?

  Simple business 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. Christiane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Christiane take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?

  Christiane 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 — Christiane 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 Christiane?

  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. Christiane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Christiane accepting new business clients right now?

  Christiane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.