Robert C. Bob Herr

Land Use and Zoning Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

San Francisco, California

58+ years experience

Pillsbury

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

415-983-1000

https://www.pillsburylaw.com/en/lawyers/robert-herr.html

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

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Bio

Robert C. Herr is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law.Robert C., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 1987. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Robert C. Herr is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law.Robert C., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 1987. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Robert C. 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

Land Use and Zoning Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, San Francisco (2013)
Recognized: Land Use and Zoning Law
Recognized: Real Estate Law
Special Focus: Commercial
Special Focus: Development
Special Focus: Land Use
Special Focus: Residential
Special Focus: Tax Certiorari
Special Focus: Zoning

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1987

Education

University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1967
University of California Berkeley, graduated 1967
University of California Berkeley, graduated 1964

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Reviews

Donald Robinson

3 months ago

A true expert in San Francisco real estate law

I engaged Robert Herr of Pillsbury to assist with a complex commercial property acquisition in San Francisco that involved significant land use and zoning challenges. With nearly six decades of experience, his depth of knowledge was immediately apparent. He possesses an almost encyclopedic understanding of the city's unique regulatory landscape, which proved invaluable in navigating the approvals process. His recognition in Best Lawyers for Real Estate and Land Use Law is well-deserved; he is a true authority in this field. Mr. Herr's strategic advice was precise, and his calm, seasoned demeanor provided great reassurance during tense negotiations. He successfully guided us to a favorable closing, anticipating obstacles we hadn't even considered. The only minor critique, and the reason for a 4-star rather than 5-star rating, is that communication could sometimes be delayed, as he is understandably in high demand. That said, when we did connect, his attention was complete and his counsel was worth the wait. For anyone facing a high-stakes real estate matter in the Bay Area, Robert Herr's expertise from UC Berkeley and his long tenure at Pillsbury make him an exceptional choice.