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Grace Unaie Shin, General Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on General and IP

Senior Corporate Counsel

San Francisco, CA

Practicing general in San Francisco since 1989.

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Grace Unaie Shin is a senior corporate counsel based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General and IP. Grace has over 37 years of legal experience.

Based in
San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 37 years
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General · IP
  • Handles General and IP matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Grace Unaie Shin: Grace Unaie Shin is a senior corporate counsel based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General and IP. Grace has over 37 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Grace takes on

Grace concentrates on general and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Grace handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in San Francisco, California

Grace takes general 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 Grace agrees to represent you.

IP cases in San Francisco, California

Grace takes ip 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 Grace agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Grace Unaie Shin — general lawyer in San Francisco

Grace Unaie Shin is a senior corporate counsel based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on General and IP. Grace has over 37 years of legal experience.

Grace Unaie Shin is a lawyer practicing collaboration, licensing, manufacturing transactions. Grace received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Grace practices in San Francisco, CA.

Grace's approach to general cases

Grace Unaie Shin is a lawyer practicing collaboration, licensing, manufacturing transactions. Grace received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Grace practices in San Francisco, CA.

The kind of cases Grace takes

Grace reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and ip matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Michigan

    J.D. · 1989

  • University of Michigan

    B.B.A. · 1986

Jurisdictions

Grace's state bar admissions

  • California

    1989 · ACTIVE

Grace studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.B.A. in University of Michigan.

Law school and academic background

Grace completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Grace runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Grace Unaie Shin's office in San Francisco

Grace's primary office is at 356 28th St, San Francisco, CA, 94131-2309. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

356 28th St

San Francisco, CA 94131-2309

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Hiring guide

How to hire Grace Unaie Shin — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Grace charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Grace'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; Grace will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in San Francisco, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Grace

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Grace confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Grace Unaie Shin

  • How much does it cost to hire Grace for a general case?

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

  • Does Grace offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do general cases in California typically take?

    Simple general 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. Grace gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Grace 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 — Grace 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 Grace?

    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. Grace will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Grace accepting new general clients right now?

    Grace'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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