Jean Hurricane, Litigation Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Product Liability, and Real Estate
CounselatSchiff Hardin LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing litigation in San Francisco since 1994.
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Jean Hurricane is a counsel based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Product Liability, and Real Estate. Jean has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Product Liability · Real Estate
- Handles Litigation, Product Liability, and Real Estate matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jean Hurricane: Jean Hurricane is a counsel based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Product Liability, and Real Estate. Jean has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jean Hurricane
Jean concentrates on litigation, product liability, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jean handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Product Liability
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Real Estate
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Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Jean 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 Jean agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in San Francisco, California
Jean 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 Jean agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in San Francisco, California
Jean takes real estate 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 Jean agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jean Hurricane — Over 32 years of California litigation experience
Jean Hurricane is a counsel based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Product Liability, and Real Estate. Jean has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP.
Jean Hurricane is a lawyer practicing product liability, litigation, real property law. Jean received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. Jean practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Jean's approach to litigation cases
Jean Hurricane is a lawyer practicing product liability, litigation, real property law. Jean received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. Jean practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Clients Jean works with
Jean reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, product liability, and real estate matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Jean Hurricane's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 1994
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. Political · 1991
Jurisdictions
Jean's state bar admissions
California
1994 · ACTIVE
Jean studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. Political in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Jean completed J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. Political in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jean runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jean Hurricane's office in San Francisco
Jean's primary office is at One Market, Spear Street Twr., Ste. 3200, San Francisco, CA, 94105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Schiff Hardin LLP
One Market, Spear Street Twr., Ste. 3200
San Francisco, CA 94105
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How to hire Jean Hurricane — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jean usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jean charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jean'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; Jean will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Jean
Jean discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Jean confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jean's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jean Hurricane
How much does it cost to hire Jean for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jean walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jean offer a free consultation?
Jean charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jean's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Jean's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in California typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Jean gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jean take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Jean 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 — Jean 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 Jean?
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. Jean will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jean accepting new litigation clients right now?
Jean's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Litigation attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Jean handles litigation matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified litigation 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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