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General Practice Lawyers in Fairfield, CA: 2026 rankings

186 general practice lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Fairfield: Vincent R. Maher, LFR Score 69/100; 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Denis Honeychurch, Attorney at Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 186.

  3. 5

    Most-reviewed: Law Offices of Matthew Hart, 98 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 186 ranked; ranked #5.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

186 Fairfield general practice lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 12 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 186 rated law firms.

Top 10 general practice lawyers in Fairfield at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 general practice lawyers in Fairfield at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Vincent R. Maher694.5★ (33)FairfieldOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Denis Honeychurch, Attorney at Law695.0★ (22)FairfieldOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Jorge A. Pichardo Jr., Attorney At Law664.6★ (71)Fairfield——
4Law Office of Patrick Elahmadie665.0★ (70)Concord, 21 mi awaySat · Sun—
5Law Offices of Matthew Hart664.9★ (98)Antioch, 23 mi away—Most reviews
6Rodrick Law Office654.1★ (20)Fairfield——
7Leones Law Firm, A Professional Corporation655.0★ (28)Fairfield——
8Hodson & Mullin Law: John D Hodson644.9★ (7)Fairfield——
9Hobin & Hobin LLP634.9★ (92)Antioch, 21 mi away——
10Dental & Medical Counsel, P.C.624.9★ (91)Walnut Creek, 25 mi away——

All 186 general practice lawyers in Fairfield, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in Fairfield

    #1 Vincent R. Maher

    Based in Fairfield

    69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    724 Texas St, Fairfield, CA 94533
    View profile for Vincent R. Maher(888) 744-3057

  6. #6 Rodrick Law Office

    Based in Fairfield

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 20 Google reviews
    Address
    1300 Oliver Rd #360, Fairfield, CA 94534
    View profile for Rodrick Law Office(707) 422-0155

  9. #9 Hobin & Hobin LLP

    Based in Antioch, 21 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1011 A St, Antioch, CA 94509
    View profile for Hobin & Hobin LLP(925) 757-7585

  10. #10 Dental & Medical Counsel, P.C.

    Based in Walnut Creek, 25 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1904 Olympic Blvd Ste 240, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
    View profile for Dental & Medical Counsel, P.C.(925) 999-8200

  12. #12 Law Office of Christina Lopez

    Based in Concord, 19 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 75 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2001 Clayton Rd Ste 200, Concord, CA 94520
    View profile for Law Office of Christina Lopez(925) 369-2085

  13. #13 Reynolds Law, LLP

    Based in Fairfield

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1411 Oliver Rd #300, Fairfield, CA 94534
    View profile for Reynolds Law, LLP(707) 425-1255

  14. #14 Brian R Watson Law Offices

    Based in Fairfield

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1455 Oliver Rd, Fairfield, CA 94534
    View profile for Brian R Watson Law Offices

  15. #15 Greerty Law Group

    Based in Martinez, 17 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    713 Main St, Martinez, CA 94553
    View profile for Greerty Law Group(925) 812-8802

  17. #17 Rhoda A. Chandler, CFLS

    Based in Fairfield

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    539 Jackson St, Fairfield, CA 94533
    View profile for Rhoda A. Chandler, CFLS(707) 425-8500

  18. #18 Chris Jackson

    Based in Fairfield

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    917 Missouri St, Fairfield, CA 94533
    View profile for Chris Jackson(707) 205-6486

  20. #20 Stephen A. Montagna

    Based in Fairfield

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    723 Texas St, Fairfield, CA 94533
    View profile for Stephen A. Montagna(707) 419-4809

  22. #22 Law Offices of John M. Coyle

    Based in Fairfield

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:15 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    710 Missouri St, Fairfield, CA 94533
    View profile for Law Offices of John M. Coyle(707) 422-7300

  23. #23 Hodson & Mullin

    Based in Vacaville, 8 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.9★ from 43 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    601 Buck Ave, Vacaville, CA 95688
    View profile for Hodson & Mullin(707) 452-9606

  24. #24 Law Offices of Kathleen Siemont

    Based in Benicia, 14 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    701 Southampton Rd #211, Benicia, CA 94510
    View profile for Law Offices of Kathleen Siemont(415) 235-3682

  25. #25 Law Office of Tim A. Pori

    Based in Fairfield

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    724 Texas St, Fairfield, CA 94533
    View profile for Law Office of Tim A. Pori(707) 289-9837

General practice lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 186 ranked general practice lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

general practice lawyers in Fairfield, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Jarquin-Rose Law615.0★ (7)In Fairfield
27Law Office of Kelley A. Way615.0★ (46)22 mi
28Law Offices of Mark T. Blake614.9★ (62)24 mi
29Miner Law Offices615.0★ (28)15 mi
30Knopp Pistiolas Law Office613.7★ (3)1 mi
31Infinity Law Group614.9★ (53)25 mi
32Beekman & Chikhani, LLP615.0★ (9)14 mi
33Law Offices of Susan E. Christiansen603.2★ (14)In Fairfield
34Linden and Cottrell605.0★ (20)14 mi
35The Law Office of Rashaan W. Jones603.9★ (8)In Fairfield
36Proffitt Law604.4★ (7)In Fairfield
37Walter & Pistole LLC605.0★ (12)24 mi
38Barsell & Longchamps, PC605.0★ (41)25 mi
39Candelaria LLP604.8★ (47)24 mi
40Daniel Long Law Office601.0★ (3)In Fairfield
41Sabrina L. Axt, Special Education Attorney & Advocate605.0★ (34)22 mi
42Delcin Consulting Group604.7★ (45)24 mi
43Guided Growth Legal™605.0★ (27)21 mi
44Hooy & Hooy PLC605.0★ (24)19 mi
45Law Office of David Nelson593.4★ (5)In Fairfield
46Law Offices of Matthew C. Bishop, Inc.594.2★ (25)14 mi
47Camden Stephen R593.9★ (9)15 mi
48The Tidrick Law Firm LLP593.6★ (63)24 mi
49Light & Miller, LLP595.0★ (31)24 mi
50Barry Newman Law Offices594.5★ (4)In Fairfield

Also serving Fairfield

20 more general practice lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked general practice lawyers serving Fairfield
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Ambrose Thomas A Attorney at Law3.9★ (7)In Fairfield
Bankruptcy Law Group5.0★ (48)In Fairfield
Barber Tubis Law3.7★ (9)In Fairfield
Frank Penney Injury Lawyers - Bank on Frank5.0★ (12)In Fairfield
GJEL Accident Attorneys4.8★ (21)In Fairfield
Hillman, Lucas & Canning, PC3.9★ (14)In Fairfield
Laina T. Chikhani, Attorney at Law4.8★ (74)In Fairfield
LAW OFFICE OF CARSON C NEWTON4.0★ (51)In Fairfield
Law Office of David W. Knight4.6★ (20)In Fairfield
Law Office of Elizabeth Anderson3.8★ (23)In Fairfield
Law Office of Seth L. Hanson5.0★ (30)In Fairfield
Law Office of Spiro K Pistiolas, Workers Compensation Lawyer4.6★ (9)In Fairfield
Law Office of Tiffany L. Andrews3.8★ (13)In Fairfield
Real Estate Law Firm5.0★ (9)In Fairfield
Scalise Law Office4.7★ (12)In Fairfield
The Accident Guys5.0★ (123)In Fairfield
The Choyce Law Firm4.7★ (183)In Fairfield
The Maher Law Group, APC4.9★ (167)In Fairfield
The Nieves Law Firm Criminal Defense Attorneys5.0★ (28)In Fairfield
Wells Call Injury Lawyers4.9★ (149)In Fairfield

How we ranked Fairfield general practice lawyers

We scored 186 Fairfield general practice lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Fairfield data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a general practice lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many general legal matters matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter, and whether it would refer it elsewhere.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a general practice lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • How often do you handle matters like mine?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

General practice lawyers in Fairfield: frequently asked questions

Which general practice lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Fairfield?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked general practice lawyer in Fairfield, CA is Vincent R. Maher with an LFR Score of 69/100. It has 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Denis Honeychurch, Attorney at Law (#2) and Jorge A. Pichardo Jr., Attorney At Law (#3) follow. We ranked 186 general practice lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many general practice lawyers are there in Fairfield?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 186 general practice lawyers serving Fairfield, CA. 23 of them are based in Fairfield; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which general practice lawyers in Fairfield are open 24/7?

4 ranked general practice lawyers in Fairfield post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Vincent R. Maher (#1) and Denis Honeychurch, Attorney at Law (#2). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which general practice lawyers in Fairfield work on weekends?

12 of 186 ranked general practice lawyers post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Vincent R. Maher (#1), Denis Honeychurch, Attorney at Law (#2) and Law Office of Patrick Elahmadie (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Fairfield general practice lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 186 rated general practice lawyers in Fairfield is 4.7★, with a median of 7 reviews. Law Offices of Matthew Hart has the most, 98 reviews, and ranks #5. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank general practice lawyers?

Each general practice lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do general practice lawyers outside Fairfield count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Fairfield city center, our service radius for general practice lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can general practice lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do general practice lawyers in Fairfield, CA charge?

General practice lawyers usually charge flat fees for routine work such as simple wills or closings and hourly rates for disputes. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

When is a general practice lawyer a good fit?

For common matters such as wills, home purchases, small business contracts or minor disputes, especially in smaller cities. For complex cases, ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of general practice lawyers in Fairfield, CA ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Fairfield?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Fairfield

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 186 general practice lawyers serving Fairfield.

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