Atty. Andrew Howard Meisel
Andrew Howard Meisel is a lawyer practicing personal injury, general practice, litigation and 1 other area of law. Andrew received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Plattsburg in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 44+ Years Experience
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About Andrew Howard Meisel at a Glance
Andrew Howard Meisel is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Meisel & Krentsa. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at McGeorge School of the Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1982) and State University of New York at Plattsburg (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Andrew Howard Meisel
- Andrew Howard Meisel is a lawyer practicing personal injury, general practice, litigation and 1 other area of law
- Andrew received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Plattsburg in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Andrew practices at Meisel & Krentsa in San Francisco, CA
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Andrew Howard Meisel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Howard Meisel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Personal Injury in San Francisco
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Andrew Howard Meisel is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in San Francisco
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Andrew Howard Meisel is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Andrew Howard Meisel
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Andrew Howard Meisel's practice in the field of personal injury and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Andrew Howard Meisel brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and litigation, Andrew Howard Meisel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Andrew Howard Meisel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Andrew Howard Meisel Handles in San Francisco
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