Atty. Richard Daniel Shively

Atty. Richard Daniel Shively

Richard Daniel Shively is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, bad faith, products liability defense and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from New College of the University of South Florida in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Richard Daniel Shively at a glance

Richard Daniel Shively is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Pillsbury & Levinson, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1988), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1998). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1982) and New College of the University of South Florida (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Daniel Shively is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, bad faith, products liability defense and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from New College of the University of South Florida in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Richard practices at Pillsbury & Levinson, LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Daniel Shively's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Daniel Shively handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Richard Daniel Shively

Where is Richard Daniel Shively's law office located?
Richard Daniel Shively's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Pillsbury & Levinson, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Daniel Shively handle?
Richard Daniel Shively focuses on business, product liability, litigation, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Daniel Shively practiced law?
Richard Daniel Shively has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Richard Daniel Shively go to law school?
Richard Daniel Shively earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Richard Daniel Shively for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Daniel Shively 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 Richard Daniel Shively received?
Richard Daniel Shively's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1982
B.A.
New College of the University of South Florida
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 2000

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