FOIA Lawyer

Government agencies refusing to release public records? We sue to force transparency and hold agencies accountable under FOIA and state public records laws.

When You Need a FOIA Lawyer

Government agencies often deny, delay, or over-redact public records requests. A FOIA attorney forces compliance through litigation.

Common Agency Tactics
Flat-out denial of valid requests
Excessive delays beyond legal deadlines
Over-redaction of releasable information
Claiming overbroad exemptions
Charging unreasonable search fees
Ignoring requests entirely
How We Help
Draft and submit strategic FOIA requests
Appeal wrongful denials administratively
File federal lawsuits to compel disclosure
Challenge improper exemption claims
Recover your attorney fees from the agency
Handle both federal FOIA and state CPRA cases

Our FOIA Litigation Process

1

Evaluate Your Case

We review your request and the agency's response to determine the best legal strategy.

2

Appeal or Litigate

We file administrative appeals or lawsuits to force the agency to release records.

3

Get Your Records

We obtain the documents you need and seek attorney fee recovery when possible.

Attorney Fee Recovery

Under FOIA and state public records laws, if you prevail in court the agency may be ordered to pay your attorney fees and costs.

  • Fee-shifting provisions in federal and state law
  • We evaluate fee recovery prospects upfront
  • Flexible fee arrangements for strong cases

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Talk to a FOIA Lawyer Today

Tell us about your public records issue. We'll review your case for free.

Or call us directly:

(650) 781-8000