Ashford & Sterling LLP — San Francisco, CA
Trusted Legal Counsel Since 1998

Relentless Advocacy.
Proven Results.

When the stakes are high, you need attorneys who fight with precision and purpose. Ashford & Sterling has recovered over $500 million for our clients across personal injury, criminal defense, and complex litigation.

Super Lawyers 2024
AV Preeminent Rated
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$500M+
Recovered
2,800+
Cases Won
25+
Years Experience
98%
Success Rate
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About the Firm

A Legacy of
Excellence

Founded in 1998 by partners Victoria Ashford and Robert Sterling, our firm was built on a singular principle: every client deserves counsel that is as thorough as it is tenacious.

Today, Ashford & Sterling is a team of 18 attorneys serving clients throughout California. We combine big-firm resources with the personal attention and accessibility of a boutique practice. When you retain our firm, you work directly with senior attorneys — not junior associates learning on your case.

Integrity First

Honest counsel, even when the truth is hard.

Client-Centered

Your goals drive every strategy we pursue.

Aggressive Advocacy

We prepare every case as if it's going to trial.

Proven Track Record

Over $500M recovered for our clients.

Practice Areas

Comprehensive
Legal Counsel

Strategic representation across a wide range of legal matters, from high-stakes litigation to sensitive family law.

Personal Injury

Catastrophic injuries, auto accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. We fight for maximum compensation.

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Criminal Defense

DUI, felonies, white-collar crime, and federal charges. Protecting your rights and your future at every stage.

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Family Law

Divorce, custody, support, and adoption. Compassionate counsel during life's most challenging transitions.

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Business Litigation

Contract disputes, partnership conflicts, intellectual property, and commercial fraud. Protecting your enterprise.

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Estate Planning

Wills, trusts, probate, and asset protection. Securing your legacy and your family's financial future.

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Employment Law

Wrongful termination, discrimination, wage disputes, and harassment. Holding employers accountable.

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Our Attorneys

Leadership You
Can Trust

Our partners bring decades of courtroom experience and a track record that speaks for itself.

Victoria Ashford

Victoria Ashford

Managing Partner

Former federal prosecutor. Specializes in personal injury and medical malpractice. Named to Super Lawyers every year since 2010.

CA Bar, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
Robert Sterling

Robert Sterling

Senior Partner

30+ years in criminal defense and business litigation. Has tried over 200 cases to verdict with a 96% success rate.

CA Bar, U.S. Supreme Court
Diana Reyes

Diana Reyes

Partner

Award-winning family law attorney. Known for her strategic approach to complex custody and high-net-worth divorce cases.

CA Bar, Certified Family Law Specialist
Case Results

Results That
Speak Volumes

A selection of notable outcomes achieved for our clients. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

$47.5M
Verdict
Medical malpractice resulting in permanent brain injury
$23.1M
Settlement
Multi-vehicle commercial trucking accident
$12.8M
Verdict
Wrongful termination and employment discrimination
Not Guilty
Acquittal
Federal fraud charges, 3-week jury trial
Client Testimonials

Our Clients'
Experience

After my accident, I felt completely overwhelmed. Victoria Ashford took my case and handled everything with such professionalism and care. The settlement they secured changed my family's life.
Margaret S. Personal Injury Client
Robert Sterling is the attorney you want in your corner when your future is on the line. He dismantled the prosecution's case methodically and secured a complete acquittal. Extraordinary.
James T. Criminal Defense Client
Going through a divorce was the hardest thing I've ever done. Diana Reyes was not only a brilliant strategist but genuinely empathetic. She protected my interests and my children's wellbeing throughout.
Catherine L. Family Law Client
Why Choose Us

The Ashford & Sterling
Difference

No Fee Unless You Win

Personal injury cases are handled on contingency. You owe nothing unless we recover for you.

Direct Partner Access

Your case is handled by senior attorneys, not passed off to paralegals or junior staff.

Responsive Communication

We return every call within 4 hours. You will never feel left in the dark about your case.

Trial-Ready Preparation

We prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies know it, and that's why they settle for more.

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Your Case Deserves
Serious Attention.

Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. There is no obligation, and no fee unless we win your case.

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Consultation

All consultations are free and confidential. We'll review your case and advise you on your legal options with no obligation.

Office

One Market Plaza, Suite 3600
San Francisco, CA 94105

Phone & Email

(415) 555-0234
info@ashfordsterling.com

Office Hours

Mon–Fri: 8:30am – 6:00pm
Sat: By appointment
24/7 for emergencies

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