Courthouses we commonly cover
Civic Center Courthouse
400 McAllister St., San Francisco, CA 94102
Civil unlimited / law & motion
Hall of Justice
850 Bryant St., San Francisco, CA 94103
Juvenile Justice Center
375 Woodside Ave., San Francisco, CA 94127
Always confirm the department and address on your notice of hearing — facilities and department assignments change.
Hearing types
- Case management conferences
- Law & motion
- Ex partes
- Settlement conferences
- Complex civil status conferences
- Depositions (Financial District / SoMa)
Expected pricing & lead time
Pricing
SF pricing is among the highest in the state — transit, parking, and demand all factor in.
Routine from ~$160–210 · Law & motion from ~$220–290
Live quotes appear when you post. How pricing works.
Lead time
48 hours ideal. Same-day SF coverage works best when posted before 8 a.m. with a better-offer tier.
Need it today? See last-minute coverage.
Local coverage details
- Civic Center, Financial District, SoMa deposition suites
- Attorneys experienced with SF Local Rules and department preferences
- Cross-coverage into San Mateo and Alameda when needed
California attorneys covering this market: see appearance attorney jobs and per diem attorney California.
FAQ
- Can Southern California firms hire SF appearance counsel?
- Yes. Many requests come from out-of-county counsel who need a local attorney for a single hearing or deposition.
Other California counties
Hire a San Francisco appearance attorney
Post your hearing or deposition. Matched California counsel — only pay if matched.