Siegal & Richardson, LLP - Oakland, CA
Siegal and Richardson, LLP is an Oakland, California personal injury and civil litigation law firm founded in 1983. Headquartered on 14th Street in Oakland, partners Joel H. Siegal and Richard Richardson have recovered more than $75 million for victims of catastrophic motor vehicle crashes, pedestrian accidents, medical negligence, and civil rights violations.
Decades of Relentless Trial Advocacy for Injury Victims in Oakland
Suffering a severe personal injury alters your health, emotional well-being, and financial security in an instant. Situated at 436 14th Street in Oakland, California, Siegal and Richardson, LLP provides dedicated, high-caliber legal representation for accident victims throughout Alameda County, San Francisco, and the wider Bay Area. With more than four decades of continuous courtroom advocacy since its founding in 1983, the firm has recovered over $75 million in verdicts and settlements for its clients. Founding partners Joel H. Siegal and Richard Richardson bring deep litigation insight, rigorous investigative resources, and compassionate client care to every case. When you need to hire an attorney who possesses the skill to battle major insurance corporations and corporate defendants, Siegal and Richardson, LLP delivers proven trial advocacy.
Representation for Severe Traffic Collisions Across the Bay Area
Motor vehicle crashes on busy Northern California roadways frequently cause traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, and complex orthopedic trauma. As dedicated accident and injury lawyers, the legal team takes swift action to preserve crucial physical evidence, inspect vehicle event data recorders, and consult accident reconstruction experts. The firm provides focused advocacy as:
- Aggressive car accident lawyers pursuing maximum compensation for intersection collisions, distracted driving crashes, and rear-end collisions.
- Tenacious truck accident lawyers investigating commercial trucking carrier logs, driver fatigue, maintenance failures, and federal safety breaches.
- Experienced motorcycle accident lawyers defending riders against bias and recovering compensation for road rash, fractures, and severe trauma.
- Dedicated pedestrian injury lawyers holding negligent motorists accountable for striking pedestrians in crosswalks and urban corridors.
Medical Negligence, Premises Liability, and Wrongful Death
Beyond vehicular collisions, Siegal and Richardson, LLP handles complex injury claims that demand sophisticated legal and medical analysis. Operating as trusted medical malpractice lawyers, the attorneys represent families impacted by delayed diagnoses, surgical mistakes, medication errors, and birth injuries. The firm also serves as vigilant slip and fall injury lawyers, prosecuting claims against negligent commercial property owners who fail to maintain safe walkways, lighting, and stairwells. When negligence tragically results in the loss of a loved one, the firm acts as compassionate wrongful death lawyers, seeking accountability, funeral costs, and lost future income for surviving family members.
Civil Rights Litigation and Workplace Protections
The firm holds a distinguished history of championing constitutional freedoms and workplace fairness. Joel Siegal early work included pioneering civil rights litigation before the United States Supreme Court. The firm continues to represent individuals subjected to government misconduct, discrimination, and unlawful retaliation, collaborating with experienced wrongful termination lawyers and workplace discrimination lawyers to secure justice.
Why Choose Siegal and Richardson in Oakland
If you or a loved one has suffered catastrophic harm and you need an attorney urgently, having accessible legal counsel makes all the difference. Siegal and Richardson, LLP works on a pure contingency fee arrangement, ensuring that you pay nothing out of pocket and no attorney fees unless your case is won. Recognized by Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the firm offers direct communication with senior partners and bilingual support in English and Spanish. When you want to find a lawyer who will treat you like family while aggressively fighting for your financial recovery, contact Siegal and Richardson, LLP today to schedule your free consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the vibrant core of Downtown Oakland, close to Frank H. Ogawa Plaza.
Building Location
This majestic 16-story Beaux Arts landmark skyscraper, historically known as the Central Building, features an ornate facade and is situated near the well-known Bagel Street Cafe.
Parking Details
Secure underground public parking is accessible nearby at the City Center Parking Garage.
Public Transit
Served by AC Transit Route 14 (Fruitvale BART to West Oakland BART); nearest stop is at 14th St & Broadway (12th St BART).
Accessibility / Suite Access
Walk through the ornate grand lobby from the main entrance and take the elevator up to the 11th floor to find the firm in Suite 1106.