A Giant
In The Courtroom

Our seasoned attorneys handle the most complex business and personal legal matters.

Bay Area Lawyers, Clients Worldwide

Deep Legal Resources,
Responsive To Your Needs

Bowles & Verna has been around for decades. With more than 20 attorneys, we have a deep base of legal experience to draw from. Our success with complex business and personal issues speaks for itself. However, we are also more nimble than truly large firms and can tailor our services with less cost to you.

On Your Side
After Catastrophic Injury

Our personal injury team has represented victims from around the world. Our clients have suffered some of the most severe injuries as a result of vehicular accidents, aviation disasters and exposure to toxic substances. We have won substantial verdicts and settlements and will not buckle under pressure from insurance companies or any other entity.

Decades Of
Business Experience

Our knowledgeable attorneys handle everything from domestic and international business disputes to business torts, product liability and transactions of all types. We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in the San Francisco Bay Area and throughout California. 

Our Firm’s Philosophy

We are reputable trial lawyers with proven results. We believe that trying a case in court is a lost art. We don’t seek to settle outside of court; we build persuasive cases that get our clients the highest settlement or verdict possible. 

Client Testimonials

If you ever have a question about an injury, medical, environmental or personal injury-related I recommend you speak with Brad Bowles and the team at Bowles & Verna. They are exceptional listeners and strategists and will honestly advise if you have a case.

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