San Francisco Personal Injury & Employment

Dolan Law Firm PC

1438 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102  ·  SF Weekly's Best Injury Lawyer — 4 Consecutive Years

Personal Injury Employment Discrimination Auto Accidents Wrongful Termination Civil Rights Sexual Harassment
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4.8
★★★★★
Based on 165 client reviews
Results
4.8
Communication
4.8
Value
4.6
Our Verdict

Dolan Law Firm PC is one of San Francisco's most recognized names in plaintiff-side advocacy. Christopher Dolan has been named San Francisco's best injury lawyer by SF Weekly readers four consecutive years, and has earned recognition from Super Lawyers as a Top 100 Northern California attorney for eleven consecutive years. The firm goes beyond personal injury — they're a formidable force in employment discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, and civil rights cases, making them a rare option for clients who've been hurt both physically and professionally. Every case is personally supervised by Mr. Dolan, who has obtained more than 26 settlements and verdicts exceeding $1 million. The contingency fee structure removes all financial barriers to getting representation.

Practice Areas

What This Firm Handles

Auto & Truck Accidents
Slip & Fall
Elder Abuse
Sexual Assault
Wrongful Death
Civil Rights Violations
Wrongful Termination
Employment Discrimination
Sexual Harassment at Work
Maternity Leave Violations
Key Attorneys

The Attorneys

Lead attorney

Christopher B. Dolan

Founder & Lead Attorney
Personal Injury, Employment, Civil Rights
Associate attorney

Associate Team

Trial Team
SF, Oakland & California Cases
Employment attorney

Employment Practice Group

Dedicated Team
Discrimination, Harassment, Retaliation
Client Reviews

What Clients Say

Client
Angela V.
Wrongful Termination — Tech Industry
★★★★★
"Fired after returning from maternity leave. Chris Dolan's team took my case immediately, filed quickly, and settled for an amount that changed my family's financial future. They were accessible, professional, and fought hard from day one."
Client
Derrick W.
Auto Accident — Serious Injury
★★★★★
"After a serious accident left me unable to work for months, Dolan Law handled everything — insurance negotiations, medical billing, the whole process. The settlement covered my medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Couldn't have navigated this without them."
Client
Priya R.
Sexual Harassment — Workplace
★★★★★
"Reporting sexual harassment at work is terrifying. The attorneys at Dolan Law treated me with respect and dignity throughout the entire process. They secured a confidential settlement and made sure I understood every step. I'm grateful I called them."
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FAQ

Common Questions

Does Dolan Law handle both personal injury and employment cases?
Yes. Unlike many firms that focus on one practice area, Dolan Law is recognized for both plaintiff personal injury and plaintiff employment law. This breadth is unusual and valuable — if you were injured at work and also believe you were discriminated against, the firm can handle all aspects of your situation under one roof.
How does the contingency fee work for employment cases?
Like personal injury cases, employment discrimination and wrongful termination cases at Dolan Law are typically handled on a contingency basis — meaning you pay nothing upfront and nothing if you lose. The firm's fee is a percentage of the recovery. This makes high-quality legal representation accessible to employees who couldn't otherwise afford to fight back.
My employer just fired me — how quickly do I need to act?
Very quickly. Employment discrimination and wrongful termination claims in California often require filing a complaint with the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) — now the Civil Rights Department — before you can sue. For most claims, you have three years from the last discriminatory act, but the sooner you consult an attorney, the better your evidence-preservation position and the more options you have.
What is Christopher Dolan's track record?
Christopher Dolan has personally obtained more than 26 settlements and jury verdicts exceeding $1 million each. Super Lawyers has named him a Top 100 Northern California attorney for 11 consecutive years. SF Weekly readers voted him Best Injury Lawyer four consecutive years. He is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for ethics and legal ability.
What if my injury happened at my workplace?
Workplace injuries can involve multiple legal claims: workers' compensation (handled separately through California's workers' comp system) and a third-party personal injury lawsuit if someone other than your employer caused the injury. In some cases, you can also bring an employment claim if the injury resulted from discrimination or safety retaliation. The Dolan Law Firm can evaluate all potential claims in your situation during a free consultation.

Quick Facts

Lead AttorneyChristopher B. Dolan
Practice FocusInjury & Employment
Firm SizeMid · Multiple Attorneys
Fee StructureContingency (no win, no fee)
Free ConsultationYes
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
OfficesSF + Oakland
$1M+ Verdicts26+
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Offices

San Francisco: 1438 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Oakland: 1498 Alice St, Oakland, CA 94612

Recognition

  • ✓ SF Weekly Best Injury Lawyer — 4 Consecutive Years
  • ✓ Super Lawyers Top 100 Northern CA — 11 Years
  • ✓ Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
  • ✓ BBB Accredited Business
  • ✓ 26+ settlements/verdicts over $1 million