Steven Keith Garner

Steven Keith Garner, Energy Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Energy, Environmental, and General

PartneratSheppard Mullin

San Francisco, CA

Practicing energy in San Francisco since 2001.

25+
Years practicing
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Steven Keith Garner is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Steven has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Based in
San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 25 years
Known for
Energy · Environmental · General
  • Handles Energy, Environmental, and General matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Steven Keith Garner: Steven Keith Garner is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Steven has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Steven Keith Garner

Steven concentrates on energy, environmental, general, real estate, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Energy cases in San Francisco, California

Steven takes energy 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in San Francisco, California

Steven takes environmental 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

General cases in San Francisco, California

Steven takes general 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in San Francisco, California

Steven takes real estate 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

Zoning cases in San Francisco, California

Steven takes zoning 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Steven Keith Garner — Over 25 years of California energy experience

Steven Keith Garner is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Steven has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Steven Keith Garner is a lawyer practicing real estate and land use, land use litigation, wetlands and endangered species and 6 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years. Steven practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Francisco, CA.

Working with Steven on a energy matter

Steven Keith Garner is a lawyer practicing real estate and land use, land use litigation, wetlands and endangered species and 6 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years. Steven practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Francisco, CA.

Clients Steven works with

Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy, environmental, and general matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Steven Keith Garner's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of California, Berkeley J.D. Ecology Law Quarterly University of California, Berkeley J.D. 2001 Managing Editor University of California, Berkeley J.D. California Law Review Univer

  • Stanford University

    B.A. · 1993

Jurisdictions

Steven's state bar admissions

  • California U.S. Dist

    2001 · ACTIVE

Steven studied at — in University of California, Berkeley J.D. Ecology Law Quarterly University of California, Berkeley J.D. 2001 Managing Editor University of California, Berkeley J.D. California Law Review Univer and B.A. in Stanford University.

Law school and academic background

Steven completed — in University of California, Berkeley J.D. Ecology Law Quarterly University of California, Berkeley J.D. 2001 Managing Editor University of California, Berkeley J.D. California Law Review Univer and B.A. in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Steven's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships Member, American Planning Association

    Planning and Law Division) Member, Bay Planning Coalition Member, California Building Industry Association (Legal Affairs Committee · membership

Locations

Steven Keith Garner's office in San Francisco

Steven's primary office is at Seventeenth Floor, Four Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Sheppard Mullin

Seventeenth Floor, Four Embarcadero Center

San Francisco, CA 94111

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Hiring guide

How to hire Steven Keith Garner — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a energy attorney in San Francisco, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy 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 Steven

Steven discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every energy 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Steven's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Steven Keith Garner

  • How much does it cost to hire Steven for a energy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Steven offer a free consultation?

    Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Steven's current terms during booking.

  • How long do energy cases in California typically take?

    Simple energy 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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Steven take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?

    Steven 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 — Steven 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 Steven?

    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. Steven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Steven accepting new energy clients right now?

    Steven'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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