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Top-Rated San Francisco Personal Injury Lawyers

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Walker, Hamilton & Kearns, LLP is one of California’s top personal injury law firms. Since 1988, our San Francisco personal injury attorneys have successfully represented individuals who have sustained injuries and families of those who have lost their lives as a result of the fault of others. We have the knowledge, experience, and resources to aggressively pursue full and fair compensation on your behalf.

Why put your trust in Walker, Hamilton & Kearns, LLP?

More than 100 years of combined legal experience
Tens of millions of dollars recovered in state and federal courts
More than a thousand cases handled by way of mediation, arbitration, and litigation
Proven history of success in and out of the courtroom
Close and compassionate relationships with clients at all stages
Limited caseload to provide every client with individual attention
Cases handled throughout California, as well as multiple other states

Outstanding Representation for a Large
Breadth of Cases

At Walker, Hamilton & Kearns, LLP, we take a team approach to litigation. Our attorneys work every case together, ensuring that each client benefits from the knowledge and experience of the entire firm. Among our lawyers, we have received top ratings from multiple organizations, an award for “Best Law Firm,” and membership in some of the most prestigious trial lawyer associations in the world. In 2018, we were named San Francisco Trial Lawyer of the Year. With more than 100 years of combined experience, our San Francisco personal injury attorneys are unmatched in the quality of their work and the results they have achieved.

Contact us today at (415) 986-3339 to get started with a free case evaluation.

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K.T.

Again, thanks so much for all of your efforts. It was really nice for him to have a positive surprise after so much disappointment. This was due to your vigilant efforts and we really appreciate you.

K.T.
December 20, 2024

S.R.

Thanks again for all the hard work over such a long period of time. You and your team have been dedicated since day one.

S.R.
November 18, 2024

S.J.

I wanted to say thank you so much for all your hard work on this case, Clarissa. I really appreciated your style and integrity throughout the entire process... It was impressive to watch you from the start, and especially during mediation.

S.J.
October 30, 2024

Mike Padway

I want to publicly thank Jeff Walker for offering to be the trial lawyer if I got conflicted out. Notably, he did not ask about the case, but simply stepped up to the plate. With this backup, I was able to grind them down, and they folded. Thank you, Jeff. You are a true gentleman.

Mike Padway, Attorney
April 1, 2024

Carol H.

Clarissa, I just want to say thank you again for truly representing me through what at times was a very taxing process for me. I learned a great deal about the legal system and how important it is to have true, proper, honest representation. I never once had to question your ability or willingness to represent me.

Carol H.
November 21, 2022

Neuropsychological Expert

It was MY absolute pleasure to work with Clarissa. She is a reliable, compassionate, and kind-hearted attorney who is clearly committed to her client. She made my job easier.

Neuropsychological Expert
February 9, 2023

M.H.

We are grateful to you for representing us in our case and for ensuring the best possible outcome on our behalf. Thank you for your passionate, thoughtful, and brilliant work.

M.H.
August 2022

Robin E.

Intelligent, professional, proactive, and compassionate winners! As Skip Walker skillfully guided our mediation with the opposition, Clarissa Kearns swiftly added value to my case with her brilliant, well-researched and touchless brief. This undeterrable team is exciting to work with!

Robin E.
August 2022

Carol H.

The last four years have been a real education on teamwork and testing my endurance. Skip, Clarissa and Jeff taught me a great deal about the system and the importance of staying true to yourself. Their compassion throughout this ordeal (it was an ordeal for me) and working until the bitter end to come up with the best solution for me is more than greatly appreciated.

Carol H.
September 27, 2022

M.M.

I am eternally grateful for your expertise and help throughout this difficult process. It is my hope that one day, my son shall realize what a positive influence your firm had in the outcome of his having a better quality of life. Thank you for making such a huge positive difference not only for myself, but for my son. Your time, hard work and efforts on our behalf shall always be recognized and appreciated. With great respect and warm regards.

M.M.
May 28, 2014

CASES WE SOLVED

Results

Settlement for Police Shooting

Walker, Hamilton & Kearns represented the mother of a young man who had been shot in a bathroom by a California Highway Patrol officer. In May 2025, Walter “Skip” Walker and Jeffrey Walker secured a $9.2 million jury verdict in this police shooting case. Subsequently, the case settled for $10,000,000.

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Top-Rated San Francisco Personal Injury Lawyers

Get the compensation you deserve!
Call (415) 986-3339 today.

Outstanding Representation for a Large
Breadth of Cases

Types of Cases

K.T.

Again, thanks so much for all of your efforts. It was really nice for him to have a positive surprise after so much disappointment. This was due to your vigilant efforts and we really appreciate you.

S.R.

Thanks again for all the hard work over such a long period of time. You and your team have been dedicated since day one.

S.J.

I wanted to say thank you so much for all your hard work on this case, Clarissa. I really appreciated your style and integrity throughout the entire process... It was impressive to watch you from the start, and especially during mediation.

Mike Padway

I want to publicly thank Jeff Walker for offering to be the trial lawyer if I got conflicted out. Notably, he did not ask about the case, but simply stepped up to the plate. With this backup, I was able to grind them down, and they folded. Thank you, Jeff. You are a true gentleman.

Carol H.

Neuropsychological Expert

It was MY absolute pleasure to work with Clarissa. She is a reliable, compassionate, and kind-hearted attorney who is clearly committed to her client. She made my job easier.

M.H.

We are grateful to you for representing us in our case and for ensuring the best possible outcome on our behalf. Thank you for your passionate, thoughtful, and brilliant work.

Robin E.

Intelligent, professional, proactive, and compassionate winners! As Skip Walker skillfully guided our mediation with the opposition, Clarissa Kearns swiftly added value to my case with her brilliant, well-researched and touchless brief. This undeterrable team is exciting to work with!

Carol H.

M.M.

CASES WE SOLVED

Results

Settlement for Police Shooting

Settlement Award for Negligent Surgical Procedure

Settlement for Motorcyclist

Settlement for Mother of Incarcerated Man in Jail Suicide

Settlement for Police Shooting

Settlement Award for Negligent Surgical Procedure

Settlement for Motorcyclist

Settlement for Mother of Incarcerated Man in Jail Suicide

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Top-Rated San Francisco Personal Injury Lawyers

Get the compensation you deserve! Call (415) 986-3339 today.

Outstanding Representation for a Large Breadth of Cases

Types of Cases

Accidents

Product Liability

Premises Liability

Types of Injuries

Elder Law & Nursing Home Abuse

Insurance Bad Faith

Sexual Abuse

Vehicle Accidents

Aviation Accidents

Wrongful Death

K.T.

Again, thanks so much for all of your efforts. It was really nice for him to have a positive surprise after so much disappointment. This was due to your vigilant efforts and we really appreciate you.

S.R.

Thanks again for all the hard work over such a long period of time. You and your team have been dedicated since day one.

S.J.

I wanted to say thank you so much for all your hard work on this case, Clarissa. I really appreciated your style and integrity throughout the entire process... It was impressive to watch you from the start, and especially during mediation.

Mike Padway

I want to publicly thank Jeff Walker for offering to be the trial lawyer if I got conflicted out. Notably, he did not ask about the case, but simply stepped up to the plate. With this backup, I was able to grind them down, and they folded. Thank you, Jeff. You are a true gentleman.

Carol H.

Neuropsychological Expert

It was MY absolute pleasure to work with Clarissa. She is a reliable, compassionate, and kind-hearted attorney who is clearly committed to her client. She made my job easier.

M.H.

We are grateful to you for representing us in our case and for ensuring the best possible outcome on our behalf. Thank you for your passionate, thoughtful, and brilliant work.

Robin E.

Intelligent, professional, proactive, and compassionate winners! As Skip Walker skillfully guided our mediation with the opposition, Clarissa Kearns swiftly added value to my case with her brilliant, well-researched and touchless brief. This undeterrable team is exciting to work with!

Carol H.

M.M.

CASES WE SOLVED

Results

Settlement for Police Shooting

Settlement Award for Negligent Surgical Procedure

Settlement for Motorcyclist

Settlement for Mother of Incarcerated Man in Jail Suicide

Articles

Thank You, SFTLA Where Would We Be Without You

Skip Walker and Jeff Walker Named Finalists for 2025 Marin County Trial Lawyer of the Year

Selling the Sizzle

Walter Walker Selected to Participate in Development of Statewide Training Program on Police Use of Body Cameras

Get the compensation you deserve!
Call (415) 986-3339 today.

Outstanding Representation for a Large
Breadth of Cases