Keyvan Tabari, Business Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and International
MemberatKeyvan Tabari
San Francisco, CA
Practicing business in San Francisco since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Keyvan Tabari is a member based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and International. Keyvan has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Keyvan Tabari.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · International
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and International matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Keyvan Tabari: Keyvan Tabari is a member based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and International. Keyvan has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Keyvan Tabari.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Keyvan takes on
Keyvan concentrates on business, estate planning, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Keyvan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Estate Planning
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International
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Business cases in San Francisco, California
Keyvan takes business 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 Keyvan agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in San Francisco, California
Keyvan takes estate planning 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 Keyvan agrees to represent you.
International cases in San Francisco, California
Keyvan takes international 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 Keyvan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Keyvan Tabari — business lawyer in San Francisco
Keyvan Tabari is a member based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and International. Keyvan has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Keyvan Tabari.
Keyvan Tabari is a lawyer practicing business law, estate planning, international law. Keyvan received a Ph.D. degree from Columbia University in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years. Keyvan practices at Keyvan Tabari in San Francisco, CA.
Keyvan's approach to business cases
Keyvan Tabari is a lawyer practicing business law, estate planning, international law. Keyvan received a Ph.D. degree from Columbia University in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years. Keyvan practices at Keyvan Tabari in San Francisco, CA.
The kind of cases Keyvan takes
Keyvan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and international matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Washington University
J.D. · 1974
Columbia University
Ph.D. Duke · 1967
Jurisdictions
Keyvan's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
California
1975 · ACTIVE
Keyvan studied at J.D. in Washington University and Ph.D. Duke in Columbia University.
Law school and academic background
Keyvan completed J.D. in Washington University and Ph.D. Duke in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Keyvan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Keyvan's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Keyvan Tabari's office in San Francisco
Keyvan's primary office is at 1 Maritime Plz., 4th Fl., San Francisco, CA, 94111-3404. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Keyvan Tabari — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Keyvan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Keyvan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Keyvan'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; Keyvan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Keyvan
Keyvan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Keyvan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Keyvan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Keyvan Tabari
How much does it cost to hire Keyvan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Keyvan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Keyvan offer a free consultation?
Keyvan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Keyvan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Keyvan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business 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. Keyvan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Keyvan take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Keyvan 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 — Keyvan 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 Keyvan?
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. Keyvan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Keyvan accepting new business clients right now?
Keyvan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Keyvan handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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- 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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