Atty. Kelli Shields

Atty. Kelli Shields

Kelli Shields is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, government, litigation and 1 other area of law. Kelli received a degree from Golden Gate Univ SOL, San Francisco, CA, and has been licensed for 15 years.

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Environmental And Natural Resources & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 15+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Kelli Shields at a Glance

Kelli Shields is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Greenstein & McDonald. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in California (2011). Educated at Golden Gate Univ SOL, San Francisco, CA Univ of Oklahoma, Norman, OK (—). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Kelli Shields

  • Kelli Shields is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, government, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Kelli received a degree from Golden Gate Univ SOL, San Francisco, CA, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Kelli practices at Greenstein & McDonald in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Kelli Shields's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kelli Shields handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.

Tax Law in San Francisco

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation in San Francisco

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law in San Francisco

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Government & Administrative Law in San Francisco

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Kelli Shields

Where is Kelli Shields's law office located?
Kelli Shields's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Greenstein & McDonald. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kelli Shields handle?
Kelli Shields focuses on tax, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Kelli Shields practiced law?
Kelli Shields has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Kelli Shields go to law school?
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How can I contact Kelli Shields for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Kelli Shields

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 Kelli Shields's practice in the field of tax, litigation, environmental, and government.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Kelli Shields brings 15+ 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 tax, litigation, and environmental, Kelli Shields 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 Kelli Shields 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 Kelli Shields Handles in San Francisco

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Kelli Shields 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.

IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Kelli Shields directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

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Golden Gate Univ SOL, San Francisco, CA Univ of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2011

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