Georges Herman Shers, Insurance Attorney in Union City, California
Over 54 years of legal practice · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Union City, CA
Practicing insurance in Union City since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Georges Herman Shers is an attorney based in Union City, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Georges has over 54 years of legal experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Union City, CA
- Experience
- over 54 years
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- Insurance
- Handles Insurance matters from Union City, CA.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Georges Herman Shers: Georges Herman Shers is an attorney based in Union City, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Georges has over 54 years of legal experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Georges takes on
Georges concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Georges handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Union City, California
Georges takes insurance matters in Union City, 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 Georges agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Georges Herman Shers — insurance lawyer in Union City
Georges Herman Shers is an attorney based in Union City, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Georges has over 54 years of legal experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Georges Herman Shers is a lawyer practicing insurance defense. Georges received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Georges practices in Union City, CA.
Working with Georges on a insurance matter
Georges Herman Shers is a lawyer practicing insurance defense. Georges received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Georges practices in Union City, CA.
Clients Georges works with
Georges reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Union City and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California, Boat Hall School of Law
J.D. · 1972
University of California, Berkeley
B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Georges's state bar admissions
California
1972 · ACTIVE
Georges studied at J.D. in University of California, Boat Hall School of Law and B.A. in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Georges completed J.D. in University of California, Boat Hall School of Law and B.A. in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Georges runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Georges Herman Shers's office in Union City
Georges's primary office is at 4170 Glenwood Ter Unit 1, Union City, CA, 94587-3946. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Georges Herman Shers — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Georges. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Union City.
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How to hire Georges Herman Shers — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Georges usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Georges charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Georges'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; Georges will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Union City, 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 Georges
Georges 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. Georges confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Georges'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 Georges Herman Shers
How much does it cost to hire Georges for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Georges walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Georges offer a free consultation?
Georges charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Georges's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Georges'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. Georges gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Georges take my case if I'm outside Union City?
Georges 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 — Georges 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 Georges?
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. Georges will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Georges accepting new insurance clients right now?
Georges'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 Union City, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Georges 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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