Robert Ulrey Bokelman, General Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury
San Diego, CA
Practicing general in San Diego since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Robert Ulrey Bokelman is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 54 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- General · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Robert Ulrey Bokelman: Robert Ulrey Bokelman is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 54 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Robert Ulrey Bokelman
Robert concentrates on general, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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General cases in San Diego, California
Robert takes general matters in San Diego, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Robert takes litigation matters in San Diego, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Diego, California
Robert takes personal injury matters in San Diego, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in San Diego, California
Robert takes product liability matters in San Diego, 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Robert Ulrey Bokelman — Over 54 years of California general experience
Robert Ulrey Bokelman is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 54 years of legal experience.
Robert Ulrey Bokelman is a lawyer practicing litigation, ethics & professional responsibility, defective and dangerous products and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1965, and has been licensed for 54 years. Robert practices in San Diego, CA.
Robert's approach to general cases
Robert Ulrey Bokelman is a lawyer practicing litigation, ethics & professional responsibility, defective and dangerous products and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1965, and has been licensed for 54 years. Robert practices in San Diego, CA.
Clients Robert works with
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, litigation, and personal injury matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Robert Ulrey Bokelman's legal education and bar admissions
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
J.D. · 1972
University of Virginia
B.S. · 1965
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2009 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2003 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1972 · ACTIVE
California
1972 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.S. in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.S. in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Consumer Attorneys of California Public Justice
membership
Locations
Robert Ulrey Bokelman's office in San Diego
Robert's primary office is at 2550 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Robert Ulrey Bokelman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in San Diego, 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 Robert
Robert 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert'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 Robert Ulrey Bokelman
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Robert'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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Robert 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 — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new general clients right now?
Robert'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 Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Robert handles general matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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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