$ 275-500 per hour
CLS(CA) - Legal Malpractice; CLS(CA) - Civil Trial Advocacy; ABOTA member since 2007
Since 1981, I have practiced full time in California (some cases in Arizona) principally in the area of plaintiffs' professional negligence, having represented clients in legal malpractice, medical malpractice, and dental malpractice cases. I feel very fortunate to have been of service to so many people in search of justice for themselves and family members.
Ours is a small firm who believes in the team approach to problem solving. In addition to me, Wolfe Legal Group consists of attorney Lann McIntyre, a 28-year lawyer well-versed in appellate law and business litigation, also a graduate of the University of San Diego School of Law; Deborah Hartsough, paralegal; Lisa Ferma, legal assistant, Dana D'Orazio, file clerk, and Loretta Rhea, our bookkeeper.
We have as our clients mainly individuals, families of injured persons, and small business owners who cannot afford to hire large law firms at astronomical rates. Despite our small size, we are efficient and extremely service oriented. Every team member is familiar with each and every client and their cases. We provide excellent and prompt client service --- something many large firms are simply unable to do.
We look forward to being able to assist you in your legal, medical, and dental malpractice matters.
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Practice Area
45 years
$ 275-500 per hour
Always
State: California
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
402 W. Broadway, Ste. 400, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Posted by Kevin | March 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Hired Deborah as an expert witness for the defense in a malicious prosecution case. Not a common cause of action, so it was a challenge. Deborah was not judgmental, and went well above and beyond what we could has asked for. Well versed in the law, in particular legal ethics. Very personable. We ...
Posted by Andrew | March 2, 2010
Ms. Wolfe took over my case and handled it proffessionally and timely It was a pleasure working with the entire firm.
Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Feb 25
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Ms. Wolfe is one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with. Her commitment to her clients is unparalleled. Her experience in the field of civil litigation and trial work is extensive. She is smart and well-respected by her colleagues. She is knowledgeable and is considered an expert in the litigation of legal malpractice and ethics cases. She is also one of a small number of California lawyers to have received the designation of Specialist in Civil Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Legal Specialization. I would not hesitate to hire Ms. Wolfe myself or to refer a good friend or colleague to her."
"Deb's excellent reputation in the legal community is well deserved. She's a top notch litigator and true warrior for her clients."
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2025
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2024
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2007
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2005
Trial Lawyer of the Year, CASD
2002
Top 10 Legal Malpractice Lawyers in California (Plaintiff), California Lawyer Magazine
2002
Outstanding Trial Lawyer, Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
2000
Outstanding Trial Lawyer, Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
1996
California Lawyer of the Year (CLAY), California Lawyer Magazine
1996
Trial Lawyer of the Year, CASD
1995
Outstanding Trial Lawyer, Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
1987
Outstanding Trial Lawyer, CASD
2006 - Present
Adjunct Professor (Trial lawyering skills), University of San Diego School of Law
2006 - Present
Principal, Wolfe Legal Group, PC
1996 - 2006
Shareholder, Nugent Weinman Abbene Alcock & Wolfe
1991 - 2005
Owner, Wolfe & McDonald
1989 - 1991
Owner, Law Office of Deborah A. Wolfe
1981 - 1989
Associate, Principal, Owner, Various small firms
2007 - Present
ABOTA (American Board of Trial Advocates)
1981 - Present
Lawyers Club of San DiegoBoard member
2008 - 2008
San Diego County Bar AssociationLegal Ethics Committee
1996 - 1996
CASDPast president
$385,000 verdict for general and special damages
Verdict of $260,000, $100,000 in punitives
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