Hanson Bridgett Lawyers Recognized in Legal 500’s Inaugural City Elite Rankings for San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO — Jan. 26, 2026 — Hanson Bridgett LLP is proud to announce that several of the firm’s lawyers have been recognized in Legal 500’s inaugural US City Elite rankings for San Francisco. The City Elite rankings spotlight leading individual lawyers at top regional firms who are handling sophisticated, high-impact work in key practice areas within major U.S. markets.
Unlike traditional firmwide rankings, the City Elite guide focuses exclusively on individual lawyers who are driving significant matters and delivering market-leading results in their local jurisdictions. Legal 500’s research is based on a rigorous, data-driven methodology that incorporates peer and client feedback, detailed matter submissions, and independent analysis by its editorial team.
The following Hanson Bridgett lawyers received Legal 500 City Elite San Francisco rankings:
Corporate and M&A
- Teresa Pahl
- Jonathan Storper
- Natalie Wilson
- Matthew Fisher
Data Protection
- Batya Forsyth
Intellectual Property
- Robert McFarlane
- Ganer Weng
Real Estate
- Andrew Giacomini
- Kristina Lawson
The Legal 500 US City Elite rankings spotlight key individual lawyers at regional powerhouse firms, recognizing those handling work at the top of the legal market in their respective cities.
About Hanson Bridgett
Hanson Bridgett LLP is an Am Law 200 law firm with more than 200 attorneys and offices across California. Rooted in California and well-versed in its complex legal landscape, the firm proudly serves clients nationwide. The firm is structured to support businesses, public agencies, nonprofits, and individuals spanning industries including: construction, corporate and risk management, government and transportation, employer services, health and senior care, wealth management, and real estate and environment. As the first law firm certified as a B Corp, Hanson Bridgett is deeply committed to public service, sustainability, and advancing the communities where we live and work — in California and beyond.