Nan Wu, General Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and IP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing general in San Francisco since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Nan Wu is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and IP. Nan has over 27 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 27 years
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- General · Health Care · IP
- Handles General, Health Care, and IP matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nan Wu: Nan Wu is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and IP. Nan has over 27 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Nan's practice areas in San Francisco
Nan concentrates on general, health care, ip, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Health Care
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IP
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Real Estate
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General cases in San Francisco, California
Nan takes general 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 Nan agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in San Francisco, California
Nan takes health care 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 Nan agrees to represent you.
IP cases in San Francisco, California
Nan takes ip 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 Nan agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in San Francisco, California
Nan 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 Nan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Nan Wu, general attorney serving San Francisco
Nan Wu is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and IP. Nan has over 27 years of legal experience. Nan works from San Francisco, California and takes on general matters across the region.
Nan Wu is a lawyer practicing patent counseling & prosecution, intellectual property law, medical devices and 7 other areas of law. Nan received a M.D. degree from Beijing Medical University in 1987, and has been licensed for 27 years. Nan practices in San Francisco, CA.
Working with Nan on a general matter
Nan Wu is a lawyer practicing patent counseling & prosecution, intellectual property law, medical devices and 7 other areas of law. Nan received a M.D. degree from Beijing Medical University in 1987, and has been licensed for 27 years. Nan practices in San Francisco, CA.
Clients Nan works with
Nan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and ip matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Nan studied and practices
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. Georgetown · 1998
Beijing Medical University
M.D. Beijing · 1987
Jurisdictions
Nan's state bar admissions
California registere
2000 · ACTIVE
New York
1999 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1999 · ACTIVE
Nan studied at J.D. Georgetown in Georgetown University Law Center and M.D. Beijing in Beijing Medical University.
Law school and academic background
Nan completed J.D. Georgetown in Georgetown University Law Center and M.D. Beijing in Beijing Medical University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Nan Wu's office in San Francisco
Nan's primary office is at 101 California Street 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nan Wu — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nan'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; Nan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Nan
Nan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Nan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nan Wu
How much does it cost to hire Nan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nan offer a free consultation?
Nan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Nan's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general 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. Nan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nan take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Nan 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 — Nan 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 Nan?
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. Nan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nan accepting new general clients right now?
Nan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
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