Elinor Leary, Personal Injury Attorney in San Francisco, California
focused on Personal Injury and Product Liability
San Francisco, CA
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Elinor Leary is an attorney based in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Currently practicing at First Person Legal.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
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- Known for
- Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Personal Injury and Product Liability matters from San Francisco, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Elinor Leary: Elinor Leary is an attorney based in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Currently practicing at First Person Legal.
Areas of practice
Elinor's practice areas in San Francisco
Elinor concentrates on personal injury and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Elinor handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Personal Injury cases in San Francisco, California
Elinor 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 Elinor agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in San Francisco, California
Elinor 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 Elinor agrees to represent you.
Biography
Elinor Leary, personal injury attorney serving San Francisco
Elinor Leary is an attorney based in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Currently practicing at First Person Legal. Elinor works from San Francisco, California and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Elinor Leary is a seasoned trial lawyer dedicated to protecting the rights of her clients and guiding them through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. She founded First Person Legal in 2025 and focuses her practice on complex personal injury and wrongful death cases, with a record of achieving significant verdicts and settlements for individuals and families facing life-altering harm.
Elinor is known for her compassionate approach and unwavering advocacy. She takes the time to understand each client’s story, ensuring they feel supported while pursuing justice on their behalf. In the courtroom, she combines meticulous preparation with persuasive advocacy, earning the respect of judges, juries, and colleagues alike. Her work has been recognized by peers for both professional excellence and dedication to client service. Elinor’s inclusion in Best Lawyers reflects her commitment to achieving outstanding results while always prioritizing the care and trust of those she represents.How Elinor handles personal injury matters
Elinor Leary is a seasoned trial lawyer dedicated to protecting the rights of her clients and guiding them through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. She founded First Person Legal in 2025 and focuses her practice on complex personal injury and wrongful death cases, with a record of achieving significant verdicts and settlements for individuals and families facing life-altering…
Who Elinor represents
Elinor reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and product liability matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Elinor studied and practices
University of San Francisco
J.D. · 2003
American University
BA · 1994
Jurisdictions
Elinor's state bar admissions
California, Northern
ACTIVE
United States, U.S.
ACTIVE
California, All Stat
ACTIVE
Elinor studied at J.D. in University of San Francisco and BA in American University.
Law school and academic background
Elinor completed J.D. in University of San Francisco and BA in American University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Elinor runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Elinor's legal honors and published work
Elinor has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV-Preeminent for Ethical Standards & Ability – Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Stars List, 2011 - 2013
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Two settlements honored in California’s Top Settlements, The Recorder – Doe v. Roe Driver & Duenas v. Carter
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected by peers to The Best Lawyers in America – US News & World Report, 2016 - present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 50: Women Northern California Super Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100: Northern California Super Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Northern California Super Lawyers List, 2014 - present– Top 5% of attorneys, as voted by peers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys 10 Best Female Attorneys in California
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nominated for the State Bar of California President’s Pro Bono Service Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nominated for the Jack Berman Award of Achievement
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV-Preeminent for Ethical Standards & Ability – Martindale-Hubbell (2026).
Locations
Elinor Leary's office in San Francisco
Elinor's primary office is at 100 Pine St. Suite 1250, San Francisco, California, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
First Person Legal
100 Pine St. Suite 1250
San Francisco, California 94111
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How to hire Elinor Leary — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Elinor usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Elinor charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elinor'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; Elinor will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Elinor
Elinor discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Elinor confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Elinor's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Elinor Leary
How much does it cost to hire Elinor for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Elinor walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Elinor offer a free consultation?
Elinor charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elinor's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Elinor's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in California typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Elinor gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Elinor take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Elinor 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 — Elinor 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 Elinor?
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. Elinor will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Elinor accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Elinor's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Elinor handles personal injury matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury 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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