About Sara
Sara M. Peters: Experienced Trial Lawyer in San Francisco, California
With a passion for advocating for severely injured individuals across various legal domains, Sara M. Peters is recognized as an experienced and dedicated litigator. She serves as a shareholder at Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger, where she acts as the lead trial lawyer in cases involving defective products, transportation companies like Uber and Lyft, aviation crashes, dangerous conditions of property, medical negligence, vehicular negligence, sexual assault, nursing home abuse, and other wrongful acts. When not representing her clients, Sara dedicates herself to educating future legal professionals by teaching at Stanford Law School and directing the Trial Advocacy course.
Practice Areas
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Affiliations
- Stanford Law School - Co-Director of Trial Advocacy course
- SFTLA Board of Directors
- Contributing Editor, Rutter Group “Claims and Defenses” Guide (California)
Firms
- Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger
Educations and Credentials
- Undergraduate Degree in Philosophy and Middle Eastern Studies at UCLA (2005)
- J.D. from Stanford Law School (2008)
- Bar Admissions: California, United States
Awards
- Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Star (peer-nominated, 2020 and onwards)
Sara M. Peters’ commitment to justice is underscored by her extensive background in legal education and advocacy. Joining Walkup the same year she earned her J.D., Sara has established herself as a prominent figure in San Francisco's legal landscape, consistently recognized for her expertise across multiple practice areas.
Her diverse experience encompasses:
Medical Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsTaking on cases where healthcare professionals have fallen short of patient care standards. Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsFighting for victims whose lives have been irrevocably altered by negligence or malice. Sara’s courtroom victories often lead to substantial compensation awards, helping her clients navigate complex legal terrain and secure fair resolutions. Product Liability Litigation - PlaintiffsDefending consumers who have suffered from defective products and advocating for accountability against negligent manufacturers or distributors.
