Kimberly Annette Kerry

Kimberly Annette Kerry, Business Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care

Associate, HealthcareatManatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

San Francisco, CA

Practicing business in San Francisco since 2003.

23+
Years practicing
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Kimberly Annette Kerry is an associate, healthcare based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care. Kimberly has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

Based in
San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 23 years
Known for
Business · Estate Planning · Health Care
  • Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Kimberly Annette Kerry: Kimberly Annette Kerry is an associate, healthcare based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care. Kimberly has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kimberly Annette Kerry

Kimberly concentrates on business, estate planning, health care, probate, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kimberly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in San Francisco, California

Kimberly takes business 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in San Francisco, California

Kimberly takes estate planning 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in San Francisco, California

Kimberly takes health care 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in San Francisco, California

Kimberly 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in San Francisco, California

Kimberly takes tax 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kimberly Annette Kerry — Over 23 years of California business experience

Kimberly Annette Kerry is an associate, healthcare based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care. Kimberly has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

Kimberly Annette Kerry is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax, probate and 3 other areas of law. Kimberly received a B.S. degree from California State University Hayward in 1994, and has been licensed for 23 years. Kimberly practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA.

How Kimberly handles business matters

Kimberly Annette Kerry is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax, probate and 3 other areas of law. Kimberly received a B.S. degree from California State University Hayward in 1994, and has been licensed for 23 years. Kimberly practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA.

Who Kimberly represents

Kimberly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and health care matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Kimberly Annette Kerry's legal education and bar admissions

  • Santa Clara University School of Law

    J.D. · 2002

  • California State University Hayward

    B.S. Business · 1994

Jurisdictions

Kimberly's state bar admissions

  • California

    2003 · ACTIVE

Kimberly studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.S. Business in California State University Hayward.

Law school and academic background

Kimberly completed J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.S. Business in California State University Hayward. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kimberly runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Kimberly's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Membership Activities Admitted to practice in the state of California

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  • Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of California

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  • Member, American Health Lawyers Association

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Locations

Kimberly Annette Kerry's office in San Francisco

Kimberly's primary office is at 30th Floor, One Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

30th Floor, One Embarcadero Center

San Francisco, CA 94111

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kimberly Annette Kerry — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in San Francisco, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Kimberly

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Kimberly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kimberly Annette Kerry

  • How much does it cost to hire Kimberly for a business case?

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

  • Does Kimberly offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in California typically take?

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

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

    Kimberly 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 — Kimberly 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 Kimberly?

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

  • Is Kimberly accepting new business clients right now?

    Kimberly'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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