Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in San Francisco
Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass has built its reputation on a foundation of deep client relationships, unparalleled legal expertise, and a commitment to community. With over 125 years of service, we prioritize understanding our clients' unique needs to deliver tailored solutions that align with their long-term objectives. Our attorneys combine the agility of a boutique firm with the resources of a larger practice, ensuring efficient and effective resolutions.We emphasize proactive legal strategies to mitigate risks while maintaining accessibility and transparency throughout the process. Our dedication extends beyond client matters to include a robust pro bono program focused on civil rights, education, and social justice, reflecting our belief in responsible citizenship and ethical practice.
Services
Corporate Law
Employment Law
Intellectual Property
Litigation
Tax Law
Data Privacy
Real Estate
Construction Litigation
White Collar Defense
Trusts & Estates
Highlights and features
- We have over 125 years of legal excellence in San Francisco.
- Our attorneys are recognized leaders in complex litigation and transactions.
- We offer tailored solutions combining boutique service with big-firm expertise.
- Our pro bono commitment reflects our ethical and community values.
- We prioritize proactive legal strategies to minimize client risks.
What people say
Unparalleled expertise
Successful outcomes
Responsive service
Industry leadership
Ethical practice
Services
Corporate Law
We advise corporations on governance, mergers, acquisitions, and compliance. Our team handles complex transactions for family-owned businesses, startups, and multinational corporations. Clients benefit from strategic counsel tailored to their industry-specific needs in sectors like technology, healthcare, and real estate.
Employment Law
Our practice covers compliance, litigation, and workplace investigations. We represent employers in wage disputes, discrimination claims, and union negotiations. Clients receive proactive guidance to prevent disputes while maintaining operational efficiency in California's complex regulatory environment.
Intellectual Property
We protect trademarks, patents, and copyrights through litigation and portfolio management. Our team handles high-stakes cases for tech companies and creative industries. Clients gain strategic IP enforcement and licensing solutions that maximize asset value and minimize infringement risks.
Litigation
Our litigators handle commercial disputes, class actions, and appellate cases nationwide. We focus on early resolution while preparing for trial when necessary. Clients receive cost-effective representation in complex matters involving contracts, antitrust, and business torts.
Data Privacy
We counsel clients on CCPA/CPRA compliance, breach response, and data governance. Our team develops policies for tech and finance sectors while defending privacy litigation. Clients benefit from proactive risk management strategies aligned with evolving regulations.
People
Richard R. Patch
Partner
With over 30 years of litigation experience, Richard specializes in complex commercial disputes and appellate advocacy. He has represented Fortune 500 companies in class action defense and is recognized for his trial expertise in antitrust and intellectual property cases.
Todd E. Brody
Partner
Todd leads the firm's Data Privacy & Cybersecurity practice, advising on CCPA compliance and breach response strategies. He has counseled major tech firms on international data transfers and represented clients in high-profile privacy litigation matters across multiple industries.
Laura R. Seegal
Partner
Laura specializes in employment law, representing employers in wage-and-hour class actions and discrimination claims. She provides strategic compliance guidance to startups and established corporations, focusing on proactive risk management in California's evolving regulatory landscape.
Christopher J. Wiener
Partner
Christopher is a leading intellectual property litigator with experience in patent disputes and trademark enforcement. He has secured billion-dollar verdicts for tech companies and represents clients in complex IP matters before federal courts and the USPTO.
KT Van Dusen
Partner
KT focuses on real estate litigation and construction law, representing developers and property owners in disputes involving contracts, zoning, and environmental regulations. She has extensive experience resolving complex construction defect claims and land use controversies.
Questions
What areas of law does Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass specialize in?
We offer comprehensive services in corporate law, employment law, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, tax, and data privacy. Our attorneys handle complex matters for businesses and individuals nationwide.
How long has Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass been in practice?
Our firm has served clients for over 125 years, combining historical expertise with modern legal strategies to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
Does the firm handle multi-jurisdictional legal matters?
Yes, our attorneys represent clients in state and federal courts across the U.S., with particular expertise in California's legal landscape and nationwide transactional work.
What industries does the firm serve?
We work with technology companies, real estate developers, healthcare providers, financial institutions, entertainment entities, and family-owned businesses across diverse sectors.
How does the firm approach client communication?
We prioritize direct access to partners, transparent billing practices, and regular case progress updates through our client portal and dedicated communication channels.
Is the firm committed to pro bono work?
Yes, we maintain an active pro bono program focused on civil rights, education access, and social justice initiatives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
