About Stephanie Leanne
Stephanie Leanne Wargo is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. She was admitted to the California State Bar in 2001. Her license is currently in active status. Ms. Wargo serves as an attorney at the Department of Police Accountability, located at 1 S Van Ness Ave Fl 8, San Francisco, CA 94103-5418. She has been practicing law for over 24 years, focusing on government and administrative law matters.
Ms. Wargo earned her Juris Doctor degree from the UCLA School of Law in 2001. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate education at Vassar College, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree. During her time at UCLA, she was recognized for her academic achievements and was involved in various legal clinics and internships, which provided her with practical experience in the field of law.
Ms. Wargo's practice areas include administrative law, personal injury law, and criminal defense. She has represented clients in various stages of legal proceedings, including litigation, appeals, negotiations, and trials. Her work often involves complex legal issues related to government regulations and public policy. She has a particular focus on cases involving police accountability and has been involved in numerous cases addressing misconduct and policy violations within law enforcement agencies.
Throughout her career, Ms. Wargo has gained extensive experience in both public and private sectors. She served as a deputy public defender in the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office from 2002 until 2014, defending thousands of individuals who could not afford private counsel. In 2014, she transitioned to private practice, focusing on plaintiff's personal injury law and criminal defense. In 2018, she joined the Department of Police Accountability, where she continues to advocate for justice and accountability within law enforcement. She is admitted to practice before all California state courts and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.
Ms. Wargo is an active member of the California State Bar and has participated in various professional development programs and seminars related to her practice areas. She is committed to public service and has been involved in community outreach programs aimed at educating the public about their legal rights and the importance of police accountability. Ms. Wargo is fluent in English and has basic proficiency in Spanish, enabling her to serve a diverse clientele effectively.
