Roy Walter Krickeberg, Personal Injury Attorney in San Jose, California
Over 66 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Sr. Trial Coun.
San Jose, CA
Practicing personal injury in San Jose since 1960.
- 66+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Roy Walter Krickeberg is a sr. trial coun. based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Roy has over 66 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Jose, CA
- Experience
- over 66 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from San Jose, CA.
- Over 66 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Roy Walter Krickeberg: Roy Walter Krickeberg is a sr. trial coun. based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Roy has over 66 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Roy's practice areas in San Jose
Roy concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Roy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in San Jose, California
Roy takes personal injury matters in San Jose, 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 Roy agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in San Jose, California
Roy takes workers comp matters in San Jose, 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 Roy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Roy Walter Krickeberg, personal injury attorney serving San Jose
Roy Walter Krickeberg is a sr. trial coun. based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Roy has over 66 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Roy works from San Jose, California and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Roy Walter Krickeberg is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense, workers compensation defense. Roy received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years. Roy practices in San Jose, CA.
How Roy handles personal injury matters
Roy Walter Krickeberg is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense, workers compensation defense. Roy received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years. Roy practices in San Jose, CA.
Who Roy represents
Roy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in San Jose and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Roy studied and practices
University of Santa Clara
LL.B. · 1959
Stanford University
B.A. · 1955
Jurisdictions
Roy's state bar admissions
California
1960 · ACTIVE
Roy studied at LL.B. in University of Santa Clara and B.A. in Stanford University.
Law school and academic background
Roy completed LL.B. in University of Santa Clara and B.A. in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Roy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Roy's legal honors and published work
Roy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Roy Walter Krickeberg's office in San Jose
Roy's primary office is at 1366 Metcalf Rd, San Jose, CA, 95138-9609. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Roy Walter Krickeberg — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Roy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in San Jose.
4.4
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How to hire Roy Walter Krickeberg — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Roy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Roy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roy'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; Roy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in San Jose, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Roy
Roy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Roy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Roy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Roy Walter Krickeberg
How much does it cost to hire Roy for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Roy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Roy offer a free consultation?
Roy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roy's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Roy's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in California typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Roy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Roy take my case if I'm outside San Jose?
Roy 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 — Roy 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 Roy?
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. Roy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Roy accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Roy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving San Jose, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Roy handles personal injury matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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