Thellen Levy, ADR Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AttorneyatLaw Offices of Thellen Levy
San Francisco, CA
Practicing adr in San Francisco since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Thellen Levy is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Thellen has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Thellen Levy. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- ADR · Child Custody · Child Support
- Handles ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Thellen Levy: Thellen Levy is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Thellen has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Thellen Levy. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Thellen takes on
Thellen concentrates on adr, child custody, child support, family law, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thellen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Child Custody
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Child Support
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ADR cases in San Francisco, California
Thellen 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 Thellen agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in San Francisco, California
Thellen takes child custody 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 Thellen agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases in San Francisco, California
Thellen takes child support 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 Thellen agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in San Francisco, California
Thellen takes family law 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 Thellen agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Francisco, California
Thellen 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 Thellen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Thellen Levy — adr lawyer in San Francisco
Thellen Levy is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Thellen has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Thellen Levy. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Thellen Levy is a lawyer practicing collaboration, custody, child support and 3 other areas of law. Thellen received a B.A. degree from Bard College in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years. Thellen practices at Law Offices of Thellen Levy in San Francisco, CA.
How Thellen handles adr matters
Thellen Levy is a lawyer practicing collaboration, custody, child support and 3 other areas of law. Thellen received a B.A. degree from Bard College in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years. Thellen practices at Law Offices of Thellen Levy in San Francisco, CA.
Who Thellen represents
Thellen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, child custody, and child support matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Golden Gate University
J.D. · 1979
Bard College
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Thellen's state bar admissions
U.S. Tax Court
1982 · ACTIVE
California
1979 · ACTIVE
Thellen studied at J.D. in Golden Gate University and B.A. in Bard College.
Law school and academic background
Thellen completed J.D. in Golden Gate University and B.A. in Bard College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thellen runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Thellen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Thellen's professional memberships and bar associations
San Francisco Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section) State Bar of California Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Collaborative Practice of San Francisco International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
membership
Locations
Thellen Levy's office in San Francisco
Thellen's primary office is at 4031 23rd Street, San Francisco, CA, 94114. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Thellen Levy — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Thellen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in San Francisco.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Thellen Levy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thellen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thellen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thellen'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; Thellen 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 Thellen
Thellen 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. Thellen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thellen'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 Thellen Levy
How much does it cost to hire Thellen for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thellen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thellen offer a free consultation?
Thellen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thellen's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Thellen'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. Thellen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thellen take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Thellen 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 — Thellen 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 Thellen?
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. Thellen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thellen accepting new adr clients right now?
Thellen'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
Thellen 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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