Jess Borden Millikan, ADR Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Firm President; ShareholderatBullivant Houser Bailey PC
San Francisco, CA
Practicing adr in San Francisco since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jess Borden Millikan is a firm president; shareholder based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Insurance. Jess has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- ADR · General · Insurance
- Handles ADR, General, and Insurance matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jess Borden Millikan: Jess Borden Millikan is a firm president; shareholder based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Insurance. Jess has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Jess's practice areas in San Francisco
Jess concentrates on adr, general, insurance, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jess handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Insurance
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Maritime
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ADR cases in San Francisco, California
Jess 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 Jess agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Francisco, California
Jess 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 Jess agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in San Francisco, California
Jess takes insurance 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 Jess agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in San Francisco, California
Jess takes maritime 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 Jess agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jess Borden Millikan, adr attorney serving San Francisco
Jess Borden Millikan is a firm president; shareholder based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Insurance. Jess has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Jess works from San Francisco, California and takes on adr matters across the region.
Jess Borden Millikan is a lawyer practicing mediation, admiralty / maritime, transportation and 1 other area of law. Jess received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Jess practices at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC in San Francisco, CA.
Jess's approach to adr cases
Jess Borden Millikan is a lawyer practicing mediation, admiralty / maritime, transportation and 1 other area of law. Jess received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Jess practices at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC in San Francisco, CA.
Clients Jess works with
Jess reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, general, and insurance matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jess studied and practices
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
J.D. · 1980
University of California at Berkeley
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Jess's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1980 · ACTIVE
Jess studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in University of California at Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Jess completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in University of California at Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jess runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jess's legal honors and published work
Jess has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Jess Borden Millikan's office in San Francisco
Jess's primary office is at 101 Montgomery Street, Suite 2600, San Francisco, CA, 94104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bullivant Houser Bailey PC
101 Montgomery Street, Suite 2600
San Francisco, CA 94104
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Client reviews of Jess Borden Millikan — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jess. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in San Francisco.
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How to hire Jess Borden Millikan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jess usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jess charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jess'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; Jess 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 Jess
Jess 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. Jess confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jess'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 Jess Borden Millikan
How much does it cost to hire Jess for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jess walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jess offer a free consultation?
Jess charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jess's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Jess'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. Jess gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jess take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Jess 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 — Jess 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 Jess?
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. Jess will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jess accepting new adr clients right now?
Jess's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Jess handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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