Dominic John Campisi

Dominic John Campisi, ADR Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Estate Litigation, and Probate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing adr in San Francisco since 1974.

52+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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Dominic John Campisi is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Estate Litigation, and Probate. Dominic has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Evans, Latham and Campisi A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 52 years
Known for
ADR · Estate Litigation · Probate
  • Handles ADR, Estate Litigation, and Probate matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Dominic John Campisi: Dominic John Campisi is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Estate Litigation, and Probate. Dominic has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Evans, Latham and Campisi A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Dominic John Campisi

Dominic concentrates on adr, estate litigation, probate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dominic handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in San Francisco, California

Dominic takes adr matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dominic agrees to represent you.

Estate Litigation cases in San Francisco, California

Dominic takes estate litigation matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dominic agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in San Francisco, California

Dominic takes probate matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dominic agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in San Francisco, California

Dominic takes trusts matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dominic agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Dominic John Campisi — Over 52 years of California adr experience

Dominic John Campisi is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Estate Litigation, and Probate. Dominic has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Evans, Latham and Campisi A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Dominic John Campisi is a lawyer practicing probate and trust litigation, alternative dispute resolution, probate and 2 other areas of law. Dominic received a M.P.A. degree from Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years. Dominic practices at Evans, Latham and Campisi A Professional Corporation in San Francisco, CA.

How Dominic handles adr matters

Dominic John Campisi is a lawyer practicing probate and trust litigation, alternative dispute resolution, probate and 2 other areas of law. Dominic received a M.P.A. degree from Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years. Dominic practices at Evans, Latham and Campisi A Professional Corporation in San Francisco, CA.

The kind of cases Dominic takes

Dominic reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, estate litigation, and probate matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Dominic John Campisi's legal education and bar admissions

  • Yale Law School

    J.D. · 1974

  • Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs

    M.P.A. University · 1968

Jurisdictions

Dominic's state bar admissions

  • California

    1974 · ACTIVE

Dominic studied at J.D. in Yale Law School and M.P.A. University in Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs.

Law school and academic background

Dominic completed J.D. in Yale Law School and M.P.A. University in Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dominic runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Dominic John Campisi

Dominic has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Dominic's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Yale University. An Editor, Yale Law Journal, 1974. Fellow: The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, 1991—. Law Clerk to Judge Eugene A. Wright, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, 1974-1975. Lecturer, California C.E.B., Probate and Trust Litig

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  • Co-Author: "Estates and Trust Dispute Resolution and Litigation," C.E.B., 1986, 1989, 1991, 1994, 1996. Editor and Co-Author: "California Trust and Probate Litigation," C.E.B., 1998-2012

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  • "Requests for Admissions," 2 Civil Discovery Practice, C.E.B., 1988

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  • "Courts Change Standards," Trusts and Estates, January, 1988

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  • "Emerging Damage Claims and the Right to Jury Trials in Fiduciary Litigation," 27 Real Property Probate and Trust Journal 541, 1993

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  • "Alternatives to Litigation in Trust and Probate Proceedings," 42 The Arbitration Journal 30, 1987. Lecturer, "Handling Escrows," Escrow Litigation, CEB Audio Tape, 1987

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  • "Real Estate Remedies," CEB Audio Tape, 1988, 1991, 1998

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  • "Fiduciary Litigation," ABA, August, 1988

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  • "A Legacy of Litigation," ABA, 1991

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  • "When You Can't Ask the Decedent," ACTEC 1993

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  • "Marshalling Assets," "Medical Experts in Competency Cases," ABA Spring CLE, 1993

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  • "Joint Tenancies: An Un-Uniform Law," 30 R.P.P.P.L. Journal 399, 1995

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  • "Concepts Colliding: Unitrusts, Modern Portfolio Theory and Trustee Liability and Profitability in Trusts & Investments," November, 1999

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  • "The Perils of Prosperity," 2001 Hecherling Institute Chap. 12, 2001

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  • "Bleeding Orange: The Impact of Attorneys' Fees on the Robertson Litigation and Settlement," 3 ACTEC Newsletter 45 (2009)

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  • "Fiduciary Liability: Bashing or Normalcy," 136 Trusts & Investments 8 (July 2010)

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  • "Heirs in the Freezer: Bronze Age Biology Confronts Biotechnology," 36 ACTEC Journal 179 (2010) (with Claudia LJ. Lowder and Naznin Bomi Challa)

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  • "Surcharge for Failure to Diversify", The Forum Issue 1 at 16 (2011)

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  • "Be Good or Beware: Ethical Violations by Fiduciaries," Trust & Investments at 6 (July/August 2011)

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  • Judge Pro Tem, San Francisco Superior Court, 1991—

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Locations

Dominic John Campisi's office in San Francisco

Dominic's primary office is at One Post Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA, 94104-5210. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Evans, Latham and Campisi A Professional Corporation

One Post Street, Suite 600

San Francisco, CA 94104-5210

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Dominic John Campisi — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Dominic. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in San Francisco.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dominic John Campisi — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dominic usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Dominic charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dominic's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dominic will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in San Francisco, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dominic

Dominic discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dominic confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Dominic's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Dominic John Campisi

  • How much does it cost to hire Dominic for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dominic walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Dominic offer a free consultation?

    Dominic charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dominic's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Dominic's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in California typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dominic gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Dominic take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?

    Dominic is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dominic will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Dominic?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dominic will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Dominic accepting new adr clients right now?

    Dominic's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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