About Anne J. Kepner

Anne J. Kepner is a highly respected trial lawyer and partner at Needham Kepner & Fish LLP, representing plaintiffs in serious personal injury and wrongful death cases. Raised in San Jose, Anne has spent more than 25 years fighting for the rights of injury victims throughout Silicon Valley. She has tried numerous cases to verdict and successfully resolved hundreds more through mediation and arbitration.

Anne focuses on helping clients and families rebuild after devastating losses caused by negligence, including bicycle, motorcycle, car, and work-related accidents. Whether through litigation or settlement, her mission is to secure justice and fair compensation for those she serves.

What She Does

Anne represents individuals and families in cases involving:

• Personal injury litigation
• Wrongful death claims
• Bicycle, motorcycle, and car accidents
• Work-related accidents
• Arbitration and mediation of complex disputes

She offers compassionate, client-centered advocacy, visiting clients at their homes or healthcare facilities when they are unable to travel, ensuring access to justice for all.

Why She’s Different

Anne is known for her ability to combine trial-tested advocacy with a personal commitment to her clients and community. She is recognized not only for her legal accomplishments, but also for her leadership and service throughout Silicon Valley. Her peers have honored her with awards including Trial Lawyer of the Year (2017) and Outstanding Achievement in the Pursuit of Justice (2022) from the Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association. She has also been named one of the 100 Women of Influence in Silicon Valley by the Silicon Valley Business Journal.

Recognition & Honors

• Outstanding Achievement in the Pursuit of Justice, Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association (2022)
• Trial Lawyer of the Year, Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association (2017)
• AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®
• 100 Women of Influence in Silicon Valley, Silicon Valley Business Journal

Education

• University of California, Hastings College of the Law, J.D.
• San Jose State University, B.S. in Health Science
• De Anza College, A.A.

Memberships

• Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association (Board Member)
• Santa Clara County Bar Association
• Consumer Attorneys of California (Board Member)
• American Association for Justice

Community Involvement

Anne has long been a leader in civic and community organizations, including serving as:

• Trustee and President, West Valley-Mission Community College Board
• President, Santa Clara High School PTSA
• Board Chair, Mission City Community Fund
• Advisory Board Member, Santa Clara Schools Foundation
• Board Member and Chair, Central YMCA of San Jose
• Faculty, Lincoln Law School (2011–2016)

She has also served in leadership roles with numerous school and city organizations, dedicating decades of service to education, housing, and community development in San Jose and beyond.

Bar Admissions

California, 1995

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Phone: (408) 716-1668
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