About Appeal SF
Excellence in Appellate Litigation
Richard R. Wiebe
Founder & Principal Attorney
Richard Wiebe has focused much of his career on appellate litigation in federal and state courts. His specialized expertise and strategic approach have made him a trusted advisor for complex legal matters.
Early in his career, Rick spent a total of nine years as a judicial staff attorney at the federal United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and at the California Supreme Court. During that time, he worked on hundreds of appeals addressing a wide variety of issues.
Rick's experience working with judges of the appellate courts shaped his understanding of what arguments persuade appellate judges. His appellate work is also informed by his extensive experience litigating in trial courts.
Rick has represented clients ranging from Fortune 500 corporations to Silicon Valley start-ups, individuals, nonprofits, and government agencies across numerous practice areas.
Areas of Expertise
Litigation Focus
- ✓ Appellate litigation (state & federal)
- ✓ Trial court representation
- ✓ Motion practice
- ✓ Brief writing & oral argument
- ✓ Appellate strategy & planning
Subject Matter Expertise
- ✓ Antitrust & competition law
- ✓ Intellectual property
- ✓ Commercial & contract disputes
- ✓ Environmental & regulatory law
- ✓ Constitutional & civil rights
Recognition & Service
Pro Bono Work
Rick has devoted thousands of hours to public interest litigation. He is widely recognized for his pro bono public interest litigation efforts and has been honored several times as a pro bono lawyer of the year.
Judicial Service
Rick serves as a court-appointed mediator for the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, assisting in the resolution of complex federal litigation.
Professional Organizations
Rick is an active member of the State Bar of California, the American Bar Association, and various legal associations focused on appellate practice and civil litigation.