Gregory Kim Wilkinson, Environmental Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBest Best & Krieger LLP
San Diego, CA
Practicing environmental in San Diego since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Gregory Kim Wilkinson is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Gregory has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Best Best & Krieger LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- Environmental · General · Litigation
- Handles Environmental, General, and Litigation matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Gregory Kim Wilkinson: Gregory Kim Wilkinson is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Gregory has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Best Best & Krieger LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gregory Kim Wilkinson
Gregory concentrates on environmental, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Litigation
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Environmental cases in San Diego, California
Gregory takes environmental matters in San Diego, 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Diego, California
Gregory takes general matters in San Diego, 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Gregory takes litigation matters in San Diego, 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gregory Kim Wilkinson — Over 54 years of California environmental experience
Gregory Kim Wilkinson is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Gregory has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Best Best & Krieger LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Gregory Kim Wilkinson is a lawyer practicing water rights law, endangered species, environmental law and 1 other area of law. Gregory received a B.A. degree from Claremont McKenna College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Gregory practices at Best Best & Krieger LLP in San Diego, CA.
Gregory's approach to environmental cases
Gregory Kim Wilkinson is a lawyer practicing water rights law, endangered species, environmental law and 1 other area of law. Gregory received a B.A. degree from Claremont McKenna College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Gregory practices at Best Best & Krieger LLP in San Diego, CA.
The kind of cases Gregory takes
Gregory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and litigation matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Gregory Kim Wilkinson's legal education and bar admissions
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
J.D. · 1972
Claremont McKenna College
B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Gregory's state bar admissions
California
1972 · ACTIVE
Gregory studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in Claremont McKenna College.
Law school and academic background
Gregory completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in Claremont McKenna College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregory runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Gregory Kim Wilkinson
Gregory has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Gregory Kim Wilkinson's office in San Diego
Gregory's primary office is at 655 W. Broadway, 15th Fl., San Diego, CA, 92101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Gregory Kim Wilkinson — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Gregory. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in San Diego.
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How to hire Gregory Kim Wilkinson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gregory usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gregory charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory'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; Gregory will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Gregory
Gregory discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Gregory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gregory's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gregory Kim Wilkinson
How much does it cost to hire Gregory for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gregory walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gregory offer a free consultation?
Gregory charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Gregory's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in California typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Gregory gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Gregory 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 — Gregory 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 Gregory?
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. Gregory will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gregory accepting new environmental clients right now?
Gregory's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Environmental attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Gregory handles environmental matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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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