Nathaniel M. Nate Cartmell

Corporate Compliance Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

San Francisco, California

42+ years experience

Pillsbury

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

415-983-1000

https://www.pillsburylaw.com/en/lawyers/nathaniel-cartmell.html

Four Embarcadero Center, 22nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111-5998

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Bio

Nathaniel M. Cartmell III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law.Nathaniel M., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2005. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nathaniel M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Nathaniel M. Cartmell III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law.Nathaniel M., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2005. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nathaniel M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Nathaniel M. 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

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

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

Practice Areas

Corporate Compliance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Compliance Law, San Francisco (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Governance Law, San Francisco (2022)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Compliance Law, San Francisco (2021)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, San Francisco (2020)
Recognized: Corporate Compliance Law
Recognized: Corporate Governance Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Recognized: Securities / Capital Markets Law
Special Focus: Corporate
Special Focus: Corporate Compliance
Special Focus: Corporate Governance
Special Focus: Disclosure
Special Focus: Fiduciary Duties
Special Focus: General Corporate
Special Focus: Internal Investigations
Special Focus: Joint Ventures
Special Focus: Mergers & Acquisitions
Special Focus: Regulatory
Special Focus: Securities
Special Focus: Strategic Alliances
Special Focus: Transactions

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005

Education

Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1983

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Reviews

Dorothy Cruz

3 months ago

A consummate professional who guided us through a complex acquisition

Our company faced a high-stakes acquisition that involved intricate regulatory compliance and governance issues. We were fortunate to engage Nathaniel Cartmell. With over four decades of experience, his deep knowledge of corporate law and M&A was immediately evident. He didn't just review documents; he provided strategic counsel that anticipated challenges we hadn't even considered, particularly around the evolving corporate compliance landscape. His recent recognition as Lawyer of the Year in that field was clearly well-earned. Mr. Cartmell and his team at Pillsbury were meticulous, responsive, and operated with a calm assurance that instilled confidence throughout our board. The transaction closed smoothly, with all regulatory hurdles expertly navigated. For any complex corporate matter in San Francisco, his blend of seasoned judgment and current expertise is truly exceptional.