Meghan Gleeson is a dedicated litigator who genuinely cares about the people and organizations she represents. She focuses her practice on defending claims in general liability and toxic tort litigation, including cases involving exposure to asbestos and silica, personal injury, and wrongful death. She also handles a wide range of transactional matters.

Meghan is committed to guiding clients through every stage of the litigation process, from initial conversation through resolution. Whether she’s drafting pleadings, conducting in-depth discovery, filing dispositive motions, managing settlement negotiations, or preparing for trial, she approaches each case with care and attention to detail. Meghan values clear, honest communication throughout the litigation cycle. She believes her clients deserve to feel informed, heard, and confident that their interests are being protected every step of the way.

Before joining Wilson Elser, Meghan honed her skills at a San Francisco firm, where she handled copyright and trademark infringement matters. During law school, she volunteered in pro bono clinics and served as a law clerk at a litigation firm specializing in complex tort cases, gaining firsthand insight into plaintiff-side work. That well-rounded perspective helps her anticipate challenges, develop strong strategies, and deliver favorable results for her clients.

    Education

    • University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 2023)
      • Certificate in Intellectual Property & Technology Law
      • Staff Editor, Intellectual Property & Technology Law Journal
      • Vice President/Treasurer, Business Law Association
      • Executive Director, Moot Court Program
    • Concordia University Irvine (B.A., magna cum laude, 2020)

    Bar Admissions

    • California

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
    • U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California

    Professional Affiliations

    • America Bar Association
    • California Lawyers Association