Susan Kimberly Jamison, Class Action Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratCoblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing class action in San Francisco since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Susan Kimberly Jamison is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Susan has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Class Action, Employment, and Litigation matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Susan Kimberly Jamison: Susan Kimberly Jamison is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Susan has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on class action, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan 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
Susan 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in San Francisco, California
Susan 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Susan 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Susan Kimberly Jamison — class action lawyer in San Francisco
Susan Kimberly Jamison is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Susan has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Susan Kimberly Jamison is a lawyer practicing class action, employment & labor, litigation and 1 other area of law. Susan received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years. Susan practices at Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Working with Susan on a class action matter
Susan Kimberly Jamison is a lawyer practicing class action, employment & labor, litigation and 1 other area of law. Susan received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years. Susan practices at Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Who Susan represents
Susan 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
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
J.D. · 1987
Stanford University
A.B. American · 1981
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
California
1987 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law and A.B. American in Stanford University.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law and A.B. American in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Susan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Susan's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California American Bar Association
Member, Sections on: Labor Litigation) Lawyer's Committee for Civil Rights of the San Francisco Bay Area (Member, Board of Directors) California Bankers Association (Member, Legal Affairs Committee · membership
Locations
Susan Kimberly Jamison's office in San Francisco
Susan's primary office is at 1 Ferry Bldg., Ste. 200, San Francisco, CA, 94111-4213. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass, LLP
1 Ferry Bldg., Ste. 200
San Francisco, CA 94111-4213
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Client reviews of Susan Kimberly Jamison — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Susan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing class action attorneys in San Francisco.
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How to hire Susan Kimberly Jamison — 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 Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan'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; Susan 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 Susan
Susan 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. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susan'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 Susan Kimberly Jamison
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susan offer a free consultation?
Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Susan'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. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susan take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Susan 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 — Susan 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 Susan?
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. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susan accepting new class action clients right now?
Susan'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
Susan 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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