
Sheldon Harvey Wolfe, Business Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 64 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Counsel, Family Wealth Transfer Planning & Trust and Estate AdministrationatManatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing business in San Francisco since 1962.
- 64+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Sheldon Harvey Wolfe is a counsel, family wealth transfer planning & trust and estate administration based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Litigation. Sheldon has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 64 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment Contracts · Estate Litigation
- Handles Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Litigation matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 64 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Sheldon Harvey Wolfe: Sheldon Harvey Wolfe is a counsel, family wealth transfer planning & trust and estate administration based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Litigation. Sheldon has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Sheldon's practice areas in San Francisco
Sheldon concentrates on business, employment contracts, estate litigation, estate planning, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sheldon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment Contracts
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Estate Litigation
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Estate Planning
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Trusts
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Probate
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Real Estate
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Business cases in San Francisco, California
Sheldon takes business 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 Sheldon agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in San Francisco, California
Sheldon takes employment contracts 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 Sheldon agrees to represent you.
Estate Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Sheldon takes estate 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 Sheldon agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in San Francisco, California
Sheldon takes estate planning 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 Sheldon agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in San Francisco, California
Sheldon takes trusts 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 Sheldon agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sheldon Harvey Wolfe, business attorney serving San Francisco
Sheldon Harvey Wolfe is a counsel, family wealth transfer planning & trust and estate administration based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Litigation. Sheldon has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Sheldon works from San Francisco, California and takes on business matters across the region.
Sheldon Harvey Wolfe is a lawyer practicing business, trusts, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Sheldon received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1955, and has been licensed for 64 years. Sheldon practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA.
How Sheldon handles business matters
Sheldon Harvey Wolfe is a lawyer practicing business, trusts, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Sheldon received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1955, and has been licensed for 64 years. Sheldon practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Who Sheldon represents
Sheldon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment contracts, and estate litigation matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sheldon studied and practices
University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
LL.D. · 1961
University of California, Berkeley
B.S. · 1955
Jurisdictions
Sheldon's state bar admissions
California
1962 · ACTIVE
Sheldon studied at LL.D. in University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law and B.S. in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Sheldon completed LL.D. in University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law and B.S. in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sheldon runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Sheldon's legal honors and published work
Sheldon has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Sheldon Harvey Wolfe's office in San Francisco
Sheldon's primary office is at 30th Floor, One Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
30th Floor, One Embarcadero Center
San Francisco, CA 94111
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Client reviews of Sheldon Harvey Wolfe — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Sheldon Harvey Wolfe — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sheldon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sheldon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sheldon'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; Sheldon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Sheldon
Sheldon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Sheldon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sheldon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sheldon Harvey Wolfe
How much does it cost to hire Sheldon for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sheldon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sheldon offer a free consultation?
Sheldon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sheldon's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Sheldon's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business 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. Sheldon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sheldon take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Sheldon 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 — Sheldon 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 Sheldon?
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. Sheldon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sheldon accepting new business clients right now?
Sheldon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Sheldon handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business 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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