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Kevin Samuel Sullivan
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About Kevin

Personalized Attention from an Experienced & Dedicated Attorney. See my reviews.

I handle civil, criminal and family law matters.  I provide consultation and legal representation to individuals and businesses.  I would love to discuss your legal problem with you to see how I can be of assistance.

Practice areas

Debt settlementLawsuits and disputesCar accidentDebt collection
  1. Debt collection: 40%

    I handle debt collection matters for both creditors and debtors. I have extensive experience representing creditors and debtors in litigation matters.

    17 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Car accident: 30%

    I have handled auto, pedestrian, bus, motorcycle, and bicyle accidents. I have also handled bad faith and premises liability cases.

    16 years

  3. Lawsuits and disputes: 20%

    Attorney Kevin Sullivan provides high quality, yet reasonably priced legal representation to clients in and around the San Francisco Bay area, including in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa & Marin.

    16 years

  4. Debt settlement: 10%

    I handle debt settlement matters for both creditors and debtors. I have extensive experience representing creditors and debtors in litigation matters.

    16 years

Contact

Law Office of Kevin S. Sullivan

3251 Steiner Street
San Francisco, CA, 94123

Website
http://www.kevinsullivanlegal.com/ 

      Law Office of Kevin S. Sullivan

      255 North Market Street, Suite 125
      San Jose, CA, 95110

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      CAActive200402/11/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers6152
      Legal guides4
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service AwardSan Francisco Bar Association2013
      outstanding volunteer legal service awardSan Francisco Bar Association2012
      Public Interest Law CertificateUniversity of San Francisco School of Law2003
      Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service AwardBar Association of San Francisco, Volunteer Legal Services Program2002
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      AttorneyLaw Office of Kevin S. Sullivan2011 - Present
      Legal Research AttorneySanta Clara County Superior Court2007 - 2010
      Litigation AssociateBrydon Hugo Parker2005 - 2005
      Litigation AssociatePeck and Ray, LLP2005 - 2007
      Litigation Clerk and AssociateBulliung and Associates2003 - 2005
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      U of San Francisco SOLlaw2003
      San Francisco State Unvundergraduate2000
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Wage and Hour casesettled
      Civil Restraining OrderRestraining Order Denied
      Labor Board-Wage and Hour Claimsettled
      Defending Negligent Operator HearingNo suspension order issued
      Business Corporate DissolutionSettled favorably
      Premises LiabilityResolved Favorably for Client
      Collection on Promissory NoteResolved Favorably for Client
      Personal InjurySettled for Client
      Commercial CollectionResolved Favorably for Client
      Personal InjurySettled for Client
      Breach of contractDismissed by plaintiff
      Wage and HourSettled
      Wage and HourResolved favorably
      Breach of Commercial LeaseSettled for $35,000
      Breach of Commercial Lease
      personal injurytop dollar settlement
      Age Discrimination and Wrongful Terminationsettled.
      wage and hour employer sidesettled for low amount
      Insurance subrogationDismissal
      Premises liability
      Negotiation of Partnership agreement
      Breach of ContractSettled for $1,500.00
      Breach of Contract-Dismissed in Discovery Phasedismissal
      Family Law: Spousal Supportmotion was dropped by client's ex spouse
      Breach of Contract CaseCase Dismissed with Prejudice
      Breach of ContractMy client settled for $22,000 on payment plan
      CONSUMER DEBT SETTLED FOR NO PAYMENT BY CLIENTDismissal with prejudice; no payment made by client
      $15,000 Debt; Dismissal With Prejudice-no paymentDismissal With Prejudice
      $40,000 COMMERCIAL DEBT SETTLED FOR 9KSettled for less than 25% on payments
      $57,000 Personal Loan Settled for $16,000Settled for just over 25%
      Domestic Violence and Dissuading WitnessSee details
      Client sued for 20,000 consumer debtDismissal with prejudice; client did not pay any money
      Domestic Violence- Criminal CaseResolved case with plea to disturbing peace in violation of PC 415
      Tenant Claim for Physical Injury on Premises (Bed Bugs)Resolved for nuisance value picked up by insurance carrier
      Client sued for holdover damages in commercial tenancyCase Dismissed on eve of trial; client did not pay anything
      Breach of Contract in Sale of BusinessClient prevailed on own claim, court costs, attorney fees and the opposing party's breach of contract claim
      Claim for Employment Discrimination and violations of CFRA and FMLACase settled for $2,500.00
      Student sued school district for first amendment violationsdemurrer sustained without leave to amend; judgment for client school district

      Reviews

      (214)
      5 Star
      		96%
      4 Star
      		3%
      3 Star
      		0%
      2 Star
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      Review Kevin Sullivan

      Kevin went above and beyond - thank you so much!

      Posted by

      I reached out to Kevin for help with a consumer debt court summons. He told me what he could do, and how could he could help. Within a day, I was granted an extension, and within a week, my debt was settled. I am extremely happy with the results! I spoke to quite a few lawyers before finding Kevin, and no one was understanding, helpful, and genuine as Kevin was. Thanks again Kevin. You really helped me out.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Debt settlement

      Posted by

      Kevin was awesome in helping me with my debt settlement. He negotiated with the other party and reduced my debt settlement in half. Looking forward to using Kevin again in the future!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Amazing Lawyer, 6 stars

      Posted by

      Kevin helped my husband and I win our car accident lawsuit. He was diligent about contacting the third party and insurance agencies. He was a great communicator. He was patient as we gathered the necessary documentation. And he was really accommodating with the payout. I highly recommend Kevin to anyone who wants to win their lawsuit!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      debt settement

      Posted by

      I am very grateful for attorney Kevin Sullivan. He did excellent job in my case. He communicate with me over the phone and email consistently resolution of my case. He lower my debt 50% of the principal I owed of my credit card settlement. He is very professional and honest lawyer.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Cut my debt in more than half!

      Posted by

      Not to give away details that could cause any further legal problems, I incurred a debt that was about to garnish my wages, that came out of nowhere. Something from 10 years ago. I did a quick google search for lawyers in the area that could handle my problem. I saw in a couple places Kevin's name pop up with good reviews, so I called and left a message. He returned my call in a quick and reasonable manner. I broke down my problem, he said he could totally work with it/them. He didn't promise, but targeted an estimate of cutting the cost in half, and removing the wage garnish. He did exactly that. We even had a nice chat about off topic things, sports, the state of the union, etc. I know most people panic that every second talking to a lawyer is hundreds of dollars in billable hours. This is not so. We had a nice long convo, and in a matter of days he had the total cut in LESS than half (including his fee). Excellent deal, given the out of nowhere bombshell (and sudden deadline of when to take action nearly instantly upon me) the whole ordeal was. Not that I wish to get hit with another situation like this, but I definitely would get Kevin again to help out.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      KEVIN KNOWS

      Posted by

      I was referred to Kevin through a friend to help me resolve a problem with a creditor. Kevin was responsive and very experienced, knowing immediately what to do. He was able to meet me where I was at, hanging in there until the problem was resolved. He never hesitated to return my calls or offer reassurance when needed, going above and beyond my expectations.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Highly recommended!

      Posted by

      I was reluctant to say the least when I was debating a lawyer after my accident. I didn’t know what to do and had very little knowledge on the steps after. I couldn’t make a subsequent decision if I had no idea what to begin doing after my accident. For that very reason I decided to contact a lawyer. Needless to say I made the best choice by contacting Kevin Sullivan, a individual with experience and knowledge on my side. He made everything so clear and straight forward, he never left a question on my mind unanswered. He was very punctual and receptive to everything I had to say. He made sure I was compensated fully and more importantly fairly. There is no doubt in my mind he did all he could to ensure I understood what was going on and above all made sure I was given what rightfully belonged to me. To put it simply I would not have been able to do what he did on my own. I’d be overwhelmed and clueless taking on the constant phone calls from different insurances. I’m very thankful to have gone with Kevin Sullivan, my only mistake was not contacting him earlier!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      High Professional

      Posted by

      Professional and Ethical attorney, Kevin provided in-depth consultation and insightful solution.
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Won’t be disappointed

      Posted by

      I spoke to Kevin regarding a summons my son received and how to handle it. He explained how everything was going to go and how he would handle it. We ended up settling for half. Kevin was quick to act, very communicative, and I highly recommend him.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Absolutely professional ---I highly recommend him

      Posted by

      Absolutely without a doubt, one of the most professional and attentive attorney I have ever had the pleasure of representing me. He explained everything in detail, and always had my best interest in mind during the negotiations. I would not have any problems referring him to any and all of my friends and relatives. Hire Kevin with confidence that he will do the best for you. Thank you Kevin for representing me.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Peter Depew, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Feb 6, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Scott Kosner, Debt collection Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Karim Arzadi, Car accident Attorney on Apr 13, 2015
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Jill Rogers

      I endorse this lawyer for always putting the clients needs first.

      David Soble, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Mar 22, 2015
      Relationship: Other

      Kevin demonstrates a strong commitment to his clients' success and is a dedicated professional.

      John Ksajikian, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Mar 16, 2015
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Tomas Ross, General practice Attorney on Mar 13, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      John Elbert, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 8, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.Kevin is an excellent attorney who exhibits all the attributes of a fine advocate and is truly dedicated to his clients and the profession.

      Caspar Jivalagian

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Jeffrey Ivashuk, Car accident Attorney on Jan 24, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Ali Yousefi

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Belal Hamideh, Car accident Attorney on Jan 8, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Haitham Amin

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Ethan Pham, Debt collection Attorney on Dec 29, 2014
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Mariya Furman, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 15, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Attorney Kevin Sullivan is a very active member here in the Avvo community posting accurate and helpful legal answers for folks needing some advice on their case. He is a valuable member in our profession. I fully endorse him.

      Giacomo Behar, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Dec 14, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community.

      John Kitta, Debt collection Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Kevin Samuels Sullivan. In the San Francisco area, if you have debt collection or employment/labor issues, do not hesitate to contact this gentleman. He has great legal experience and is well respected in the legal industry.

      Jay Stillman, Car accident Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Boris Kayhan

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lee Zavatsky, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Nov 28, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse attorney Kevin Sullivan. Active participant in the Avvo community posting thoughtful legal answers to individuals who have asked for assistance. This not only demonstrates his excellent knowledge of the law, but also his commitment to serving clients very well. He is a valuable member to the legal industry.

      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates$200-$350/hour
        OTHER BILLING TYPES
        • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
          25%-33%
        • Retainer Some attorneys require an upfront payment to secure their services before they begin their work.
          Always
        PAYMENT METHODS

        Cash, Check