Douglas Arthur Scullion, Class Action Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Insurance, and Litigation · 4.5/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
PartneratDentons US LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing class action in San Francisco since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Douglas Arthur Scullion is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Insurance, and Litigation. Douglas has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons US LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Class Action, Insurance, and Litigation matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Douglas Arthur Scullion: Douglas Arthur Scullion is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Insurance, and Litigation. Douglas has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons US LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Douglas Arthur Scullion
Douglas concentrates on class action, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Class Action cases in San Francisco, California
Douglas takes class action 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in San Francisco, California
Douglas 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Douglas 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Douglas Arthur Scullion — Over 32 years of California class action experience
Douglas Arthur Scullion is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Insurance, and Litigation. Douglas has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons US LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Douglas Arthur Scullion is a lawyer practicing class actions, civil litigation, insurance. Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Douglas practices at Dentons US LLP in San Francisco, CA.
How Douglas handles class action matters
Douglas Arthur Scullion is a lawyer practicing class actions, civil litigation, insurance. Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Douglas practices at Dentons US LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Who Douglas represents
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, insurance, and litigation matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Douglas Arthur Scullion's legal education and bar admissions
University of British Columbia
LL.B. University · 1993
University of Western Ontario
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
California
2001 · ACTIVE
British Columbia
1994 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at LL.B. University in University of British Columbia and B.A. in University of Western Ontario.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed LL.B. University in University of British Columbia and B.A. in University of Western Ontario. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Douglas Arthur Scullion
Douglas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Douglas's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Law Society of British Columbia Canadian Bar Association
membership
Locations
Douglas Arthur Scullion's office in San Francisco
Douglas's primary office is at Spear Tower, 24th Fl., One Market Plz., San Francisco, CA, 94105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dentons US LLP
Spear Tower, 24th Fl., One Market Plz.
San Francisco, CA 94105
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Client reviews of Douglas Arthur Scullion — 4.5/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Douglas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing class action attorneys in San Francisco.
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How to hire Douglas Arthur Scullion — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas'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; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Douglas
Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas Arthur Scullion
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in California typically take?
Simple class action 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. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Douglas 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 — Douglas 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 Douglas?
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. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new class action clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Class Action attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Douglas handles class action matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified class action 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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