Atty. Brian Gaffney
Brian Gaffney is a lawyer practicing environmental law, estate planning, contracts and 4 other areas of law. Brian received a degree from New College of CA School of Law, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Contracts & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 33+ Years Experience
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About Brian Gaffney at a Glance
Brian Gaffney is a Principal based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Lippe Gaffney Wagner LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on contracts, estate planning, ip, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1993), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1993). Educated at New College of California (J.D., 1993) and New College of CA School of Law, San Francisco CA University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia PA (—). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Gaffney
- Brian Gaffney is a lawyer practicing environmental law, estate planning, contracts and 4 other areas of law
- Brian received a degree from New College of CA School of Law, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Brian practices at Lippe Gaffney Wagner LLP in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Brian Gaffney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Gaffney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Contracts in San Francisco
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Estate Planning & Probate in San Francisco
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Brian Gaffney is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in San Francisco
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Brian Gaffney is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Land Use & Zoning in San Francisco
Brian Gaffney is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →
Environmental Law in San Francisco
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Brian Gaffney is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Brian Gaffney
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 Brian Gaffney's practice in the field of contracts, estate planning, ip, zoning, and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Gaffney brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Brian Gaffney can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, estate planning, and ip, Brian Gaffney 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 Brian Gaffney attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Gaffney Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian Gaffney has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian Gaffney directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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