
Roberta Taylor Winston, General Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatBerger Kahn, A Law Corporation
San Diego, CA
Practicing general in San Diego since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Roberta Taylor Winston is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Roberta has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Berger Kahn, A Law Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Roberta Taylor Winston: Roberta Taylor Winston is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Roberta has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Berger Kahn, A Law Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Roberta Taylor Winston
Roberta concentrates on general, insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Roberta handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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General cases in San Diego, California
Roberta 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 Roberta agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in San Diego, California
Roberta takes insurance 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 Roberta agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Diego, California
Roberta 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 Roberta agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in San Diego, California
Roberta 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 Roberta agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Roberta Taylor Winston — Over 40 years of California general experience
Roberta Taylor Winston is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Roberta has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Berger Kahn, A Law Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Roberta Taylor Winston is a lawyer practicing examinations under oath, construction & development, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Roberta received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. Roberta practices at Berger Kahn, A Law Corporation in San Diego, CA.
How Roberta handles general matters
Roberta Taylor Winston is a lawyer practicing examinations under oath, construction & development, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Roberta received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. Roberta practices at Berger Kahn, A Law Corporation in San Diego, CA.
Who Roberta represents
Roberta reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and personal injury matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Roberta Taylor Winston's legal education and bar admissions
University of San Diego
J.D. · 1986
Michigan State University
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Roberta's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
California
1987 · ACTIVE
Nevada
1986 · ACTIVE
Roberta studied at J.D. in University of San Diego and B.A. in Michigan State University.
Law school and academic background
Roberta completed J.D. in University of San Diego and B.A. in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Roberta runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Roberta Taylor Winston
Roberta has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Roberta's professional memberships and bar associations
San Diego County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Nevada American Inns of Court San Diego Defense Lawyers
membership
Locations
Roberta Taylor Winston's office in San Diego
Roberta's primary office is at 10085 Carroll Canyon Road, #210, San Diego, CA, 92131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Berger Kahn, A Law Corporation
10085 Carroll Canyon Road, #210
San Diego, CA 92131
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Client reviews of Roberta Taylor Winston — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Roberta Taylor Winston — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Roberta usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Roberta charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roberta'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; Roberta 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 Roberta
Roberta 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. Roberta confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Roberta'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 Roberta Taylor Winston
How much does it cost to hire Roberta for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Roberta walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Roberta offer a free consultation?
Roberta charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roberta's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Roberta'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. Roberta gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Roberta take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Roberta 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 — Roberta 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 Roberta?
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. Roberta will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Roberta accepting new general clients right now?
Roberta'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
Roberta 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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