Kirk Miles Johnson, Workers Comp Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 36 years of legal practice
AssociateatShaw Jacobsmeyer Crain Claffey
San Francisco, CA
Practicing workers comp in San Francisco since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
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Kirk Miles Johnson is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Kirk has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaw Jacobsmeyer Crain Claffey.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Workers Comp
- Handles Workers Comp matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kirk Miles Johnson: Kirk Miles Johnson is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Kirk has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaw Jacobsmeyer Crain Claffey.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kirk takes on
Kirk concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kirk handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in San Francisco, California
Kirk 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 Kirk agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kirk Miles Johnson — workers comp lawyer in San Francisco
Kirk Miles Johnson is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Kirk has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaw Jacobsmeyer Crain Claffey.
Kirk Miles Johnson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation liens. Kirk received a B.S. degree from Northern Arizona University in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years. Kirk practices at Shaw · Jacobsmeyer · Crain · Claffey in San Francisco, CA.
How Kirk handles workers comp matters
Kirk Miles Johnson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation liens. Kirk received a B.S. degree from Northern Arizona University in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years. Kirk practices at Shaw · Jacobsmeyer · Crain · Claffey in San Francisco, CA.
The kind of cases Kirk takes
Kirk reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Willamette University College of Law
J.D. · 1990
Northern Arizona University
B.S. Journalism · 1980
Jurisdictions
Kirk's state bar admissions
California
1990 · ACTIVE
Kirk studied at J.D. in Willamette University College of Law and B.S. Journalism in Northern Arizona University.
Law school and academic background
Kirk completed J.D. in Willamette University College of Law and B.S. Journalism in Northern Arizona University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kirk runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kirk's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Kirk Miles Johnson's office in San Francisco
Kirk's primary office is at 1 Embarcadero Ctr., Ste. 1520, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Shaw Jacobsmeyer Crain Claffey
1 Embarcadero Ctr., Ste. 1520
San Francisco, CA 94111
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How to hire Kirk Miles Johnson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kirk usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kirk charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kirk'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; Kirk will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 Kirk
Kirk discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp 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. Kirk confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kirk's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kirk Miles Johnson
How much does it cost to hire Kirk for a workers comp case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kirk walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kirk offer a free consultation?
Kirk charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kirk's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Kirk's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in California typically take?
Simple workers comp 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. Kirk gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kirk take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Kirk 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 — Kirk 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 Kirk?
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. Kirk will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kirk accepting new workers comp clients right now?
Kirk's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Workers Comp attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Kirk handles workers comp matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp 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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