Bernie Pistillo

Tax Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

San Francisco, California

2+ years experience

Morrison Foerster

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

415-268-7000

https://www.mofo.com/people/bernie-pistillo.html

425 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94105-2482

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Bernie Pistillo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law.Bernie, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bernie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Bernie Pistillo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law.Bernie, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bernie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Bernie Pistillo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law. Bernie, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bernie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Tax Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Tax Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023

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Reviews

Daniel Hernandez

3 months ago

Exceptional guidance on a complex corporate restructuring

Our company was navigating a complex corporate restructuring with significant tax implications. Bernie Pistillo at Morrison Foerster provided absolutely stellar counsel. Despite his relatively short time at the firm, his deep knowledge of tax law was immediately apparent and proved crucial. He meticulously analyzed our structure, clearly explained the potential pitfalls, and crafted a strategy that was both compliant and advantageous. His recognition by Best Lawyers in Tax Law is well-deserved. Bernie’s professionalism and ability to distill complex concepts into actionable advice were invaluable. We achieved an optimal outcome and will definitely engage his services for future matters.