About Lucy Stearns
Lucy Stearns McAllister is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. She was admitted to the California State Bar in 1988 and holds bar number 133295. Her license is currently in active status. Ms. McAllister is the principal attorney at The Law Offices of Lucy S. McAllister, a law firm with offices in San Jose and San Francisco, California. She has been practicing law for over 30 years, serving clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding regions.
Ms. McAllister earned her Juris Doctor degree from Santa Clara University School of Law, graduating in 1987. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate education at the State University of New York (SUNY), where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree. During her time at Santa Clara University, she participated in various legal clinics and externships, gaining practical experience in criminal defense and administrative law.
Ms. McAllister concentrates her practice in the areas of criminal defense, administrative law, and professional license defense. She represents individuals and professionals facing charges such as DUI, domestic violence, theft, fraud, and drug-related offenses. Her practice encompasses all stages of litigation, including pre-hearing resolutions, administrative hearings, appeals, license applications, and criminal record expungement. She has successfully handled over 250 Superior Court trials, demonstrating her extensive trial experience and commitment to her clients.
Throughout her career, Ms. McAllister has been admitted to practice before various courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of Santa Clara and the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. She has also served as a Court Arbitrator in Santa Clara County and as a Judge Pro Tem in Small Claims and Municipal Courts, providing her with a unique perspective on legal proceedings. Additionally, she has been a Summer Trial Advocacy Program Instructor at the University of San Francisco Law School, contributing to the education and development of future legal professionals.
Ms. McAllister is an active member of the California State Bar and has been recognized for her contributions to the legal community. She has served on the Board of Directors for the Public Interest Clearinghouse and as a Los Gatos Art Commissioner. She is also the Director of the San Francisco SummerFest Dance Festival. Ms. McAllister is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to effectively serve a diverse clientele in the Bay Area.
