Phyra May McCandless, Class Action Attorney in Burlingame, California
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Health Care, and Litigation
Senior Associate
Burlingame, CA
Practicing class action in Burlingame since 2008.
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- Years practicing
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Phyra May McCandless is a senior associate based in Burlingame, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Health Care, and Litigation. Phyra has over 18 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Burlingame, CA
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Health Care · Litigation
- Handles Class Action, Health Care, and Litigation matters from Burlingame, CA.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Phyra May McCandless: Phyra May McCandless is a senior associate based in Burlingame, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Health Care, and Litigation. Phyra has over 18 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Phyra's practice areas in Burlingame
Phyra concentrates on class action, health care, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Phyra handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Health Care
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Burlingame, California
Phyra takes class action matters in Burlingame, 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 Phyra agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Burlingame, California
Phyra takes health care matters in Burlingame, 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 Phyra agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Burlingame, California
Phyra takes litigation matters in Burlingame, 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 Phyra agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Burlingame, California
Phyra takes personal injury matters in Burlingame, 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 Phyra agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Burlingame, California
Phyra takes product liability matters in Burlingame, 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 Phyra agrees to represent you.
Biography
Phyra May McCandless, class action attorney serving Burlingame
Phyra May McCandless is a senior associate based in Burlingame, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Health Care, and Litigation. Phyra has over 18 years of legal experience. Phyra works from Burlingame, California and takes on class action matters across the region.
Phyra May McCandless is a lawyer practicing class action, personal injury, medicaid & medicare and 4 other areas of law. Phyra received a degree from University of San Francisco Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 18 years. Phyra practices in Burlingame, CA.
Working with Phyra on a class action matter
Phyra May McCandless is a lawyer practicing class action, personal injury, medicaid & medicare and 4 other areas of law. Phyra received a degree from University of San Francisco Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 18 years. Phyra practices in Burlingame, CA.
Clients Phyra works with
Phyra reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, health care, and litigation matters in Burlingame and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Phyra studied and practices
University of San Francisco School of Law
JD · 2008
University of San Francisco Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA Harvard University
B.A. Johns · 2000
Jurisdictions
Phyra's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2011 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2009 · ACTIVE
California
2008 · ACTIVE
Phyra studied at JD in University of San Francisco School of Law and B.A. Johns in University of San Francisco Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Phyra completed JD in University of San Francisco School of Law and B.A. Johns in University of San Francisco Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Phyra runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Phyra's professional memberships and bar associations
2009-2011
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Equal Justice Works AmeriCorps Legal Fellow, 2008-2009. California Bar Foundation Public Interest Scholarship, 2007
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Arthur C. Zief Foundation Scholarship, 2006-2007 and 2007-2008
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Public Interest Law Program Grant, 2007. Member, University of San Francisco Law Review, 2007-2008. Author: "Quid Pro Quo: Tobacco Companies and the Black Press," American Journal of Public Health (in press)
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"The Fallacy of Mandating Contraceptive Equity: Why Laws That Protect Women with Health Insurance Deepen Institutional Discrimination," U.S.F. Law Review, Spring 2008
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"Why Join the ABA Section of Administrative Law & Regulatory Practice?," Student Lawyer, December 2006. Speaker: "Public Health Law 101," Bar Association of San Francisco, Spring 2011
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National Cancer Institute's Tobacco Industry Documents Research Grantee Meeting, Winter 2010
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"Bridging the Gap: Between Law School and Legal Practice," Bar Association of San Francisco, Spring 2009
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University of San Francisco School of Law Class of 2008 Commencement Speaker. Teaching Assistant/Tutor, Tort Law, University of San Francisco School of Law, 2007 Fellow: 2009-2011
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Equal Justice Works AmeriCorps Legal Fellow, 2008-2009. California Bar Foundation Public Interest Scholarship, 2007
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Arthur C. Zief Foundation Scholarship, 2006-2007 and 2007-2008
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Public Interest Law Program Grant, 2007. Member, University of San Francisco Law Review, 2007-2008. Author: "Quid Pro Quo: Tobacco Companies and the Black Press," American Journal of Public Health (in press)
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"The Fallacy of Mandating Contraceptive Equity: Why Laws That Protect Women with Health Insurance Deepen Institutional Discrimination," U.S.F. Law Review, Spring 2008
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"Why Join the ABA Section of Administrative Law & Regulatory Practice?," Student Lawyer, December 2006. Speaker: "Public Health Law 101," Bar Association of San Francisco, Spring 2011
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National Cancer Institute's Tobacco Industry Documents Research Grantee Meeting, Winter 2010
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"Bridging the Gap: Between Law School and Legal Practice," Bar Association of San Francisco, Spring 2009
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University of San Francisco School of Law Class of 2008 Commencement Speaker. Teaching Assistant/Tutor, Tort Law, University of San Francisco School of Law, 2007. Member: Bar Association of San Francisco (Chair, Barristers Club Health Law Section, 2010-20
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Member, Barristers Club Pro Bono & Community Service Committee)
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State Bar of California
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American Bar Association (Member, Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section and Young Lawyers Division
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Law Student Division Liaison to Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Section, 2006-2007)
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Locations
Phyra May McCandless's office in Burlingame
Phyra's primary office is at 840 Malcolm Road, Burlingame, CA, 94010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Phyra May McCandless — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Phyra usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Phyra charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phyra'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; Phyra will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Burlingame, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Phyra
Phyra discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Phyra confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Phyra's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Phyra May McCandless
How much does it cost to hire Phyra for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Phyra walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Phyra offer a free consultation?
Phyra charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phyra's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Phyra's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in California typically take?
Simple class action 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. Phyra gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Phyra take my case if I'm outside Burlingame?
Phyra 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 — Phyra 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 Phyra?
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. Phyra will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Phyra accepting new class action clients right now?
Phyra's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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