Atty. Philip Johnson
Philip Johnson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Philip, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2026.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA
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About Philip Johnson at a Glance
Philip Johnson is a personal injury and product liability attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Dolan Law Firm PC. Educated at University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (J.D.) and University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Philip Johnson
- Philip Johnson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Philip, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philip is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Philip Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
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.
Philip Johnson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Product Liability in San Francisco
Philip Johnson is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →
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 Philip Johnson
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 Philip Johnson's practice in the field of personal injury and product liability.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and product liability, Philip Johnson 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 Philip Johnson 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 Philip Johnson Handles in San Francisco
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