Douglas Atkinson

Douglas Atkinson is a partner at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP in the San Francisco office, where he represents clients in civil litigation with a steady, practical approach. His work covers personal injury law, business disputes, construction matters, and excess claims against individuals and companies. He handles each case with careful analysis, strong advocacy, and a focus on clear results. Over the course of his career, he has regularly handled lawsuits involving property issues, contract conflicts, roadway accidents, fraud claims, employment law, and ADA matters statewide.

Douglas earned his B.A., magna cum laude, from Saint Michael’s College in 2006 and was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. He later received his J.D. from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 2009. During law school, he gained early court experience by clerking in the research attorneys’ office at Marin Superior Court and in the Appellate Division of the Superior Court. That training gave him a strong base in legal research and writing.

Douglas has handled a wide range of civil and appellate matters in practice. His experience includes real property disputes, construction defect claims, trespass actions, debt collection, temporary restraining orders, and investment fraud cases. He also defends employers and businesses facing complex claims. He has tried many cases to jury verdicts in California Superior Courts, giving clients the benefit of seasoned courtroom judgment. His broad background helps him assess risk early, build strong strategies, and respond effectively under pressure daily.

Douglas Atkinson has numerous clients who rely on him because he protects their interests and guides them through difficult disputes with confidence. He has also resolved hundreds of matters through arbitration and mediation, helping people and businesses avoid additional costs, delays, and uncertainty when possible. Whether a case calls for settlement or trial, he aims to deliver practical solutions that fit the facts and the client’s goals. His record shows a commitment to service, preparation, efficiency, and advocacy from start to finish.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of San Francisco School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Saint Michael’s College
  BA with Magna Cum Laude

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