Fred L Kurlander, Personal Injury Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 63 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatKurlander & Burton
San Francisco, CA
Practicing personal injury in San Francisco since 1963.
- 63+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Fred L Kurlander is a member based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Fred has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kurlander & Burton. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 63 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 63 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Fred L Kurlander: Fred L Kurlander is a member based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Fred has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kurlander & Burton. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Fred takes on
Fred concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Fred handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in San Francisco, California
Fred 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 Fred agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in San Francisco, California
Fred takes workers comp 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 Fred agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Fred L Kurlander — personal injury lawyer in San Francisco
Fred L Kurlander is a member based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Fred has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kurlander & Burton. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Fred L Kurlander is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation law. Fred received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 63 years. Fred practices at Kurlander & Burton in San Francisco, CA.
Fred's approach to personal injury cases
Fred L Kurlander is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation law. Fred received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 63 years. Fred practices at Kurlander & Burton in San Francisco, CA.
The kind of cases Fred takes
Fred reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Case Western Reserve University
LL.B. · 1962
Ohio State University
B.A. · 1958
Jurisdictions
Fred's state bar admissions
California
1963 · ACTIVE
Fred studied at LL.B. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A. in Ohio State University.
Law school and academic background
Fred completed LL.B. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A. in Ohio State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Fred runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Fred has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Fred's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Fred L Kurlander's office in San Francisco
Fred's primary office is at 100 Bush Street, Suite 2150, San Francisco, CA, 94104-3947. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Kurlander & Burton
100 Bush Street, Suite 2150
San Francisco, CA 94104-3947
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Client reviews of Fred L Kurlander — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Fred. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in San Francisco.
4.8
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How to hire Fred L Kurlander — 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 Fred usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Fred charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fred'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; Fred 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 Fred
Fred 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. Fred confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Fred'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 Fred L Kurlander
How much does it cost to hire Fred for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Fred walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Fred offer a free consultation?
Fred charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fred's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Fred'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. Fred gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Fred take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Fred 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 — Fred 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 Fred?
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. Fred will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Fred accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Fred'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
Fred 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.
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- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
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- 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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