Seth Lewis Neulight, Class Action Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation
PartneratNixon Peabody LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing class action in San Francisco since 1996.
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Seth Lewis Neulight is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Seth has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Class Action, Employment, and Litigation matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Seth Lewis Neulight: Seth Lewis Neulight is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Seth has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Seth takes on
Seth concentrates on class action, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Seth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Employment
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Litigation
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Class Action cases in San Francisco, California
Seth takes class action 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 Seth agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in San Francisco, California
Seth takes employment 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 Seth agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Seth takes litigation 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 Seth agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Seth Lewis Neulight — class action lawyer in San Francisco
Seth Lewis Neulight is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Seth has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Seth Lewis Neulight is a lawyer practicing employment litigation and counseling, labor law, labor & employment and 1 other area of law. Seth received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Seth practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Working with Seth on a class action matter
Seth Lewis Neulight is a lawyer practicing employment litigation and counseling, labor law, labor & employment and 1 other area of law. Seth received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Seth practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Who Seth represents
Seth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, employment, and litigation matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
DePaul University
J.D. · 1996
Northwestern University
B.A. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Seth's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1998 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
California
1996 · ACTIVE
Seth studied at J.D. in DePaul University and B.A. in Northwestern University.
Law school and academic background
Seth completed J.D. in DePaul University and B.A. in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Seth runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Seth's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California San Francisco Lawyers' Club Inn of Court
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Locations
Seth Lewis Neulight's office in San Francisco
Seth's primary office is at One Embarcadero Center, 18th Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94111-3628. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Nixon Peabody LLP
One Embarcadero Center, 18th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94111-3628
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How to hire Seth Lewis Neulight — 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 Seth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Seth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Seth'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; Seth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in San Francisco, 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 Seth
Seth 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. Seth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Seth'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 Seth Lewis Neulight
How much does it cost to hire Seth for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Seth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Seth offer a free consultation?
Seth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Seth's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Seth'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. Seth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Seth take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Seth 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 — Seth 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 Seth?
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. Seth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Seth accepting new class action clients right now?
Seth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Class Action attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Seth handles class action matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified class action 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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