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Sideman & Bancroft Attorneys Selected for Super Lawyers
Sideman & Bancroft is pleased to announce that the following attorneys have been selected by…
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Smart Contracts Revisited: Lessons From the Courts in 2025
I. Introduction When smart contracts were first developed, the goal was not to replace…
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IRS’s Continued Crackdown on Non-Filers and Wealthy Americans
The IRS has made it clear that it is doubling down on efforts to pursue…
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Biotech Startup Trilobio Wins Injunction Against Nanala, LLC & Founder Keoni Gandall in Trade Secret Theft Case
Federal Court in SF Found that Gandall Stole Trade Secrets from Former Employer. San Francisco,…
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Trademark and Brand Protection in San Francisco: Legal Resources for Businesses
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Jordan A. Hameen Named to National Black Lawyers “Top 40 Under 40”
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Considerations When Choosing a Brand Name Part 2.
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IRS To Audit Wealthy Taxpayers Using Artificial Intelligence
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Sideman & Bancroft Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers 2026
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Trademark and Brand Protection in San Francisco: Legal Resources for Businesses
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Jordan A. Hameen Named to National Black Lawyers “Top 40 Under 40”
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Considerations When Choosing a Brand Name Part 2.
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IRS To Audit Wealthy Taxpayers Using Artificial Intelligence
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Sideman & Bancroft Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers 2026
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Trademark and Brand Protection in San Francisco: Legal Resources for Businesses
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Jordan A. Hameen Named to National Black Lawyers “Top 40 Under 40”
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Industry Recognition
“Uniting a commitment to the highest quality representation with a dedication to personal attention (. . . ) has earned respect from opposing counsel, the judiciary, government officials and others involved in the legal process.”
Best Lawyers, 2023

“Rights holders are all too happy to make Sideman & Bancroft an integral part of their corporate brand protection function, citing it as a highly capable and collaborative firm.”
World Trademark Review (WTR), 2023

“Sideman & Bancroft are experienced attorneys with the expertise to handle complex and sophisticated estate planning matters.”
Chambers and Partners, 2023

Who We Help
Sideman & Bancroft offers unparalleled legal services to a diverse range of clients from individuals and families to global corporations and emerging start-ups. We understand that each client has unique needs and objectives, and we strive to provide tailored solutions. Our robust team of accomplished professionals is adept at developing comprehensive strategies to address your legal needs.
Executive Team

Steven M. Katz
Partner, Chief Financial Officer
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Jeffrey C. Hallam
Jeffrey Hallam is Sideman & Bancroft’s Managing Partner
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Kelly P. McCarthy
Partner, Executive Committee Member
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Hilary C. Pierce
Partner, Executive Committee Member
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Kirsten Wolff
Partner, Executive Committee Member
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Wendy Tice-Wallner
Of Counsel, Compliance and Corporate Governance Lead
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Steven M. Katz
Partner, Chief Financial Officer
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Jeffrey C. Hallam
Jeffrey Hallam is Sideman & Bancroft’s Managing Partner
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Kelly P. McCarthy
Partner, Executive Committee Member
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Hilary C. Pierce
Partner, Executive Committee Member
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Kirsten Wolff
Partner, Executive Committee Member
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Wendy Tice-Wallner
Of Counsel, Compliance and Corporate Governance Lead
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Steven M. Katz
Partner, Chief Financial Officer
See Bio- Kelly P. McCarthy
- Hilary C. Pierce
- Kirsten Wolff
- Wendy Tice-Wallner
- Steven M. Katz
- Jeffrey C. Hallam
- Kelly P. McCarthy
- Hilary C. Pierce
- Kirsten Wolff
- Wendy Tice-Wallner
- Steven M. Katz
- Jeffrey C. Hallam
- Kelly P. McCarthy
- Hilary C. Pierce
- Kirsten Wolff
- Wendy Tice-Wallner
- Steven M. Katz
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