How much does it cost to hire Therese for a legal case?

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

Does Therese offer a free consultation?

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

How long do legal cases in California typically take?

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

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

Therese 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 — Therese 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 Therese?

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

Is Therese accepting new legal clients right now?

Therese's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Therese Bohatch Gaus — Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 49 years of legal practice

San Francisco, CA

Practicing law in San Francisco since 1977.

49+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

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Therese Bohatch Gaus is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. Therese has over 49 years of legal experience.

Based in: San Francisco, CA
Experience: over 49 years
Known for: legal services

Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Biography

Therese Bohatch Gaus, legal attorney serving San Francisco

Therese Bohatch Gaus is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. Therese has over 49 years of legal experience. Therese works from San Francisco, California and takes on legal matters across the region.

Therese Bohatch Gaus is a lawyer. Therese received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. Therese practices in San Francisco, CA.

Who Therese represents

Therese reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Therese studied and practices

Georgetown University
J.D. · 1976
Georgetown University
B.S. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Therese's state bar admissions

California
1977 · ACTIVE

Therese studied at J.D. in Georgetown University and B.S. in Georgetown University.

Law school and academic background

Therese completed J.D. in Georgetown University and B.S. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Therese runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Therese Bohatch Gaus's office in San Francisco

Therese's primary office is at 784 Ashbury St, San Francisco, CA, 94117-4014. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

784 Ashbury St

San Francisco, CA 94117-4014

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Hiring guide

How to hire Therese Bohatch Gaus — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a legal attorney in San Francisco, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Therese

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every legal 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. Therese confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Therese Bohatch Gaus

How much does it cost to hire Therese for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Therese walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Therese offer a free consultation?
Therese charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Therese's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Therese's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in California typically take?
Simple legal 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. Therese gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Therese take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Therese 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 — Therese 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 Therese?
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. Therese will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Therese accepting new legal clients right now?
Therese's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.