Atty. Dow Wakefield Patten

Atty. Dow Wakefield Patten

Dow Wakefield Patten is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, internet, insurance and 1 other area of law. Dow received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Dow Wakefield Patten at a glance

Dow Wakefield Patten is a Partner based in San Francisco, California. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, insurance, and internet. Admitted to practice in California (1988). Educated at University of Utah College of Law (J.D., 1988) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dow Wakefield Patten is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, internet, insurance and 1 other area of law
  • Dow received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Dow practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Dow Wakefield Patten's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

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Internet & Cyber Law

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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 Dow Wakefield Patten

Where is Dow Wakefield Patten's law office located?
Dow Wakefield Patten's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dow Wakefield Patten handle?
Dow Wakefield Patten focuses on employment, civil rights, insurance, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Dow Wakefield Patten practiced law?
Dow Wakefield Patten has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Dow Wakefield Patten go to law school?
Dow Wakefield Patten earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Dow Wakefield Patten for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Utah College of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988

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