Jay Weill

Tax Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

San Francisco, California

48+ years experience

Sideman & Bancroft LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

415-392-1960

https://www.sideman.com/professionals/jay-weill/

One Embarcadero Center, 22nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111

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Bio

Jay Weill is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law.Jay, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Jay Weill is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law.Jay, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Jay Weill is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law. Jay, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jay 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 2013

Education

The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1977

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Reviews

Stephen King

3 months ago

A Masterful Tax Attorney with Decades of Expertise

When our family trust became entangled in a complex capital gains issue following the sale of a long-held commercial property, we were referred to Jay Weill. From our first consultation, his 48 years of deep experience in tax law were immediately evident. He didn't just recite code; he explained the strategic landscape, outlining several pathways with clarity and patience. His recognition by Best Lawyers in Tax Law is well-deserved, reflecting a career-long mastery we felt firsthand. Jay and his team at Sideman & Bancroft meticulously prepared our case, navigating both state and federal implications with precision. The result was a favorable resolution that preserved a significant portion of the estate for future generations. Beyond his technical skill, Jay is a consummate professional—responsive, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in achieving the best outcome. For anyone in San Francisco facing sophisticated tax or general practice matters, I cannot recommend him more highly.