Lori Anne Dolqueist, Environmental Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, Estate Litigation, and General
PartneratNossaman LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing environmental in San Francisco since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Lori Anne Dolqueist is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental, Estate Litigation, and General. Lori has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nossaman LLP.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Environmental · Estate Litigation · General
- Handles Environmental, Estate Litigation, and General matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lori Anne Dolqueist: Lori Anne Dolqueist is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental, Estate Litigation, and General. Lori has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nossaman LLP.
Areas of practice
Lori's practice areas in San Francisco
Lori concentrates on environmental, estate litigation, general, government, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lori handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Estate Litigation
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General
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Government
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Environmental cases in San Francisco, California
Lori takes environmental 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
Estate Litigation cases in San Francisco, California
Lori 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Francisco, California
Lori 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
Government cases in San Francisco, California
Lori takes government 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in San Francisco, California
Lori takes m&a 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lori Anne Dolqueist, environmental attorney serving San Francisco
Lori Anne Dolqueist is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental, Estate Litigation, and General. Lori has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nossaman LLP. Lori works from San Francisco, California and takes on environmental matters across the region.
Ms. Lori Anne Dolqueist is a lawyer practicing administrative law, energy & natural resources, government & regulatory and 6 other areas of law. Lori received a B.A. degree from College of New Jersey in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lori practices at Nossaman LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Working with Lori on a environmental matter
Ms. Lori Anne Dolqueist is a lawyer practicing administrative law, energy & natural resources, government & regulatory and 6 other areas of law. Lori received a B.A. degree from College of New Jersey in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lori practices at Nossaman LLP in San Francisco, CA.
Clients Lori works with
Lori reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, estate litigation, and general matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lori studied and practices
Georgetown University Law Center
LL.M. Advocacy · 1998
College of New Jersey
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Lori's state bar admissions
California
2002 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1999 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1996 · ACTIVE
Lori studied at LL.M. Advocacy in Georgetown University Law Center and B.A. in College of New Jersey.
Law school and academic background
Lori completed LL.M. Advocacy in Georgetown University Law Center and B.A. in College of New Jersey. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lori runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Lori's professional memberships and bar associations
Membership Activities Admitted to practice in California and the Districtof Columbia
membership
Member, Conference of California Public Utility Counsel
membership
Locations
Lori Anne Dolqueist's office in San Francisco
Lori's primary office is at 50 California St., 34th Fl., San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lori Anne Dolqueist — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lori usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lori charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lori'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; Lori will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Lori
Lori discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Lori confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lori's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lori Anne Dolqueist
How much does it cost to hire Lori for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lori walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lori offer a free consultation?
Lori charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lori's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Lori's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in California typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Lori gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lori take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Lori 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 — Lori 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 Lori?
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. Lori will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lori accepting new environmental clients right now?
Lori's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Environmental attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Lori handles environmental matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental 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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