Atty. Mary Bailey Cranston

Atty. Mary Bailey Cranston

Mary Bailey Cranston is a lawyer practicing class actions, complex and multi-district litigation, commercial law and 4 other areas of law. Mary received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Mary Bailey Cranston at a glance

Mary Bailey Cranston is a Firm Senior Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on formation, business, class action, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 1975) and Stanford University (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mary Bailey Cranston is a lawyer practicing class actions, complex and multi-district litigation, commercial law and 4 other areas of law
  • Mary received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Mary practices at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Bailey Cranston's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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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 Mary Bailey Cranston

Where is Mary Bailey Cranston's law office located?
Mary Bailey Cranston's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Bailey Cranston handle?
Mary Bailey Cranston focuses on formation, business, class action, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mary Bailey Cranston practiced law?
Mary Bailey Cranston has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Mary Bailey Cranston go to law school?
Mary Bailey Cranston earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact Mary Bailey Cranston for a consultation?
You can contact Mary Bailey Cranston directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Mary Bailey Cranston received?
Mary Bailey Cranston's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford Law School
- 1975
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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