Atty. Robert Patrick Gaffney
Robert Patrick Gaffney is a lawyer practicing immigrant visas, family based, employment based and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Employment Based & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Robert Patrick Gaffney at a Glance
Robert Patrick Gaffney is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Law Offices of Robert P. Gaffney. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, immigration, international, and internet. Admitted to practice in California (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (J.D., 1980) and University of California (B.A. Chinese, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Francisco-Shanghai Friendship Committee, 1983— American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Patrick Gaffney
- Robert Patrick Gaffney is a lawyer practicing immigrant visas, family based, employment based and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Robert practices at Law Offices of Robert P. Gaffney in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Patrick Gaffney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Patrick Gaffney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Family Law in San Francisco
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in San Francisco
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert Patrick Gaffney is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Immigration Law in San Francisco
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
Robert Patrick Gaffney is one of 40,259 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in California →
International Law in San Francisco
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Internet & Cyber Law in San Francisco
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
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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 Robert Patrick Gaffney
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 Robert Patrick Gaffney's practice in the field of family law, employment, immigration, international, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Patrick Gaffney brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Robert Patrick Gaffney can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, employment, and immigration, Robert Patrick Gaffney 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 Robert Patrick Gaffney 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 Robert Patrick Gaffney Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Patrick Gaffney 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.
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