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18 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Palo Alto, CA
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Showing 18 medical malpractice lawyers in Palo Alto, CA
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Cookman Law
2100 Geng Rd Suit 210, Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 690-2571 cookmanlaw.com
Gilfix & La Poll Associates
801 E Charleston Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 683-9200 gilfix.com
Cohen Healthcare Law Group
228 Hamilton Ave Third Floor, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(310) 844-3173 cohenhealthcarelaw.com
Nopar & Associates
228 Hamilton Ave # 300, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 328-7300 noparlaw.com
Moon Law APC
228 Hamilton Ave 3rd floor, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(619) 915-9432 moonlawapc.com
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP
1400 Page Ml Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 843-4000 morganlewis.com
Baker Botts L.L.P.
1001 Page Ml Rd Building One, Suite 200, Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 739-7500 bakerbotts.com
Kirkland & Ellis LLP - Palo Alto
3330 Hillview Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 859-7000 kirkland.com
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
525 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 470-4500 skadden.com
Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight
300 Hamilton Ave Suite 500, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 204-3358 sanfordheisler.com
Gibson Dunn Crutcher
310 University Ave 3rd Floor, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 849-5300 gibsondunn.com
Fidelity Law Offices
2225 E Bayshore Rd #200, Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 521-6910 fidlawoffices.com
Lowenstein Sandler LLP
390 Lytton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 433-5800 lowenstein.com
Packard David R
706 Cowper St UNIT 207, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 324-0300
Baker & McKenzie LLP
600 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 856-2400 bakermckenzie.com
Cheasty, Cheasty & Malek, LLP
459 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(510) 525-1000 cheastylaw.com
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
1841 Page Ml Rd suite 250, Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 815-4100 clearygottlieb.com
Isaac Winer
2100 Geng Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 330-0110 ihwlaw.com
Medical malpractice lawyers in Palo Alto help patients who have suffered harm due to negligent medical care. California law requires that a lawsuit be filed within one year of discovering the injury, or within three years of the incident, whichever comes first. Palo Alto is home to major hospitals like Stanford Medical Center, so local attorneys are familiar with complex cases involving top-tier medical providers.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Palo Alto Cost?
Most medical malpractice lawyers in California work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or verdict, typically 33% to 40%. Costs for expert witnesses and court fees may be advanced by the firm. Some cases may require a retainer or hourly fees for specific services. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in California?
In California, you generally have one year from the date you discovered or should have discovered the injury to file a claim. There is also a three-year limit from the date of the incident, whichever expires first. Exceptions exist for minors and certain cases.
What types of cases do medical malpractice lawyers handle in Palo Alto?
They handle cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, medication mistakes, birth injuries, and anesthesia errors. Many cases involve local hospitals or private medical practices in the Palo Alto area.
How do I know if I have a valid medical malpractice claim in California?
You must show that a healthcare provider violated the standard of care and that this directly caused your injury. California requires a certificate of merit from a medical expert before filing a lawsuit. Consulting with a lawyer can help evaluate your case.
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