Atty. Matthew Righetti
Matthew Righetti is a lawyer practicing complex civil litigation and trials, employment class action, employment litigation and 7 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Complex Civil Litigation and Trials & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 41+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Righetti at a Glance
Matthew Righetti is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Righetti Glugoski, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business, and class action. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth, Fourth, Seventh and Federal Circuits U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A. Economics, 1982). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Righetti
- Matthew Righetti is a lawyer practicing complex civil litigation and trials, employment class action, employment litigation and 7 other areas of law
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Matthew practices at Righetti Glugoski, P.C. in San Francisco, CA
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Matthew Righetti's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Righetti handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Wrongful Death in San Francisco
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Personal Injury in San Francisco
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Matthew Righetti is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment Law in San Francisco
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Matthew Righetti is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in San Francisco
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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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Matthew Righetti
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 Matthew Righetti's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Righetti brings 41+ 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 wrongful death, personal injury, and employment, Matthew Righetti 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 Matthew Righetti 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 Matthew Righetti Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew Righetti 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 Matthew Righetti directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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