Yevgenia Altman, General Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on General and Insurance
AssociateatSeverson And Werson
San Francisco, CA
Practicing general in San Francisco since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Yevgenia Altman is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Yevgenia has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Severson And Werson.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 18 years
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- General · Insurance
- Handles General and Insurance matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Yevgenia Altman: Yevgenia Altman is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Yevgenia has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Severson And Werson.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Yevgenia takes on
Yevgenia concentrates on general and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yevgenia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in San Francisco, California
Yevgenia 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 Yevgenia agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in San Francisco, California
Yevgenia takes insurance 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 Yevgenia agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Yevgenia Altman — general lawyer in San Francisco
Yevgenia Altman is an associate based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Yevgenia has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Severson And Werson.
Yevgenia Altman is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, insurance coverage, construction & development. Yevgenia received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years. Yevgenia practices at Severson & Werson in San Francisco, CA.
How Yevgenia handles general matters
Yevgenia Altman is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, insurance coverage, construction & development. Yevgenia received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years. Yevgenia practices at Severson & Werson in San Francisco, CA.
The kind of cases Yevgenia takes
Yevgenia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and insurance matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Santa Clara University School of Law
J.D. · 2008
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 2005
Jurisdictions
Yevgenia's state bar admissions
California
2008 · ACTIVE
Yevgenia studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Yevgenia completed J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yevgenia runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Yevgenia Altman's office in San Francisco
Yevgenia's primary office is at One Embarcadero Ctr., Ste. 2600, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Severson And Werson
One Embarcadero Ctr., Ste. 2600
San Francisco, CA 94111
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How to hire Yevgenia Altman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yevgenia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yevgenia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yevgenia'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; Yevgenia will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Yevgenia
Yevgenia discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Yevgenia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yevgenia's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Yevgenia Altman
How much does it cost to hire Yevgenia for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yevgenia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yevgenia offer a free consultation?
Yevgenia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yevgenia's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Yevgenia's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general 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. Yevgenia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yevgenia take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Yevgenia 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 — Yevgenia 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 Yevgenia?
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. Yevgenia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yevgenia accepting new general clients right now?
Yevgenia'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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