Atty. Conor McNamara

Atty. Conor McNamara

Conor McNamara is a member of Nixon Peabody’s Complex Commercial Disputes practice. He represents public and private companies and individuals in connection with contract and intellectual property disputes, construction matters, and government investigations.

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Profile Summary

About Conor McNamara at a glance

Conor McNamara is a business, construction, and litigation attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California. Educated at University of California Berkeley (J.D., 2017) and United States Military Academy (B.S.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Conor McNamara is a member of Nixon Peabody’s Complex Commercial Disputes practice
  • He represents public and private companies and individuals in connection with contract and intellectual property disputes, construction matters, and government investigations
  • Conor previously worked as an extern for the Criminal Division of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California
  • My focus I focus my practice on commercial, intellectual property, and other complex business disputes, representing clients in various industries in all phases of litigation
  • I ensure matters run efficiently and effectively by conducting in-depth legal research and analysis, reviewing and propounding discovery, and drafting motions and legal summaries and recommendations
  • Throughout the litigation process, I continuously seek comprehensive solutions to reduce costs and protect my clients, and I strive to maximize value by understanding the issues they are facing and the industry in which they operate
  • Looking aheadAlternative dispute resolution (ADR) has become a priority avenue for clients
  • It will be increasingly important to be proficient with ADR, and to balance the benefits of ADR with more aggressive litigation strategies to achieve best results for clients

Practice Areas Explained

Conor McNamara's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Conor McNamara handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Conor McNamara

Where is Conor McNamara's law office located?
Conor McNamara's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Conor McNamara handle?
Conor McNamara focuses on business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Conor McNamara go to law school?
Conor McNamara earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (B.S.).
How can I contact Conor McNamara for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Conor McNamara received?
Conor McNamara's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction.

Education

J.D.
University of California Berkeley
- 2017
B.S.
United States Military Academy
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California

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