Alamo, California Business Lawyers

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James G. Schwartz
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Pleasanton, CA Business Law Attorney
41 years experience
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Kevin R. Martin
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Getting you back to business.
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Stephen M. Fuerch
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Pleasanton, CA Business Law Attorney
42 years experience
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Jill E. Fox
(408) 295-1700
Santa Clara, CA Business Law Lawyer
11 years experience
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Fredrick A. Hagen
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Alamo, CA Business Law Attorney. 19 years experience
(925) 838-2090 3240 Stone Valley Rd W
 Alamo, CA 94507
Business and Real Estate
Univ of San Diego School of Law
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Robert Lucas Young II
Alamo, CA Business Law Attorney. 47 years experience
(925) 820-2090 3240 Stone Valley Rd W
 Alamo, CA 94507
Business and Real Estate
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
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Andrea Leah O'Toole
Alamo, CA Business Law Attorney. 13 years experience
(925) 838-2090 3240 Stone Valley Rd W
 Alamo, CA 94507
Business, Environmental and Real Estate
U of San Francisco School of Law
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Palmer Brown Madden
Alamo, CA Business Law Attorney. 44 years experience
(925) 838-8593 3000 Danville Blvd
 Alamo, CA 94507
Business
UC Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall
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Laurie Dennen
Alamo, CA Business Law Lawyer. 16 years experience
(925) 838-2090 3240 Stone Valley Rd W
 Alamo, CA 94507
Business and Real Estate
Villanova Univ School of Law
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Daniel Louis Rottinghaus
Alamo, CA Business Law Attorney. 30 years experience
(925) 838-2090 3240 Stone Valley Rd W
 Alamo, CA 94507
Business and Products Liability
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Robert Jay Silverman
Alamo, CA Business Law Lawyer. 24 years experience
(925) 838-2090 3240 Stone Valley Rd W
 Alamo, CA 94507
Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
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Mary Walker Filson
Alamo, CA Business Law Lawyer. 31 years experience
(925) 838-2090 3240 Stone Valley Rd W
 Alamo, CA 94507
Business
UC Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall
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John Secrest Richards
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Danville, CA Business Law Lawyer. 10 years experience
(925) 231-8104 261 Hartz Avenue
 Danville, CA 94526
Free ConsultationBusiness, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Golden Gate University School of Law
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J.R. Richards' practice focuses on developing long term client relationships representing their interests in both transactional matters and in civil litigation. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants primarily in real estate and business disputes and has successfully litigated cases through dispositive motion, trial and settlement in state and federal courts. J.R. prepares each case to achieve a favorable judgment by trial or before trial, and when in the best interest of the client leverages a favorable settlement. Community Involvement: * Coach/Manager for Pre-K/K softball team the Purple Puppies 2016. * Coach/Manager for the Danville...
Peter Alan Mankin
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 41 years experience
(925) 935-0300 1211 Newell Ave.
Suite 120
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Real Estate
University of San Francisco School of Law
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Private Practice in real estate and business law for 40 years. Court and private mediator for 25 years. AV Rated and Northern California Super Lawyer.
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Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Esq.
(510) 910-3198Free Consultation
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Katya Mezek
(408) 441-7500
San Jose, CA Business Law Lawyer
8 years experience
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Jean Claude Bernard Mallein
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Danville, CA Business Law Attorney. 10 years experience
(925) 905-9050 244 Front Street
 Danville, CA 94526
Business, Estate Planning, Probate and Tax
Golden Gate University School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
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Jean Claude (JJ) B. Mallein Jr. is an experienced business, tax and trusts and estates attorney. Dedicated to wealth preservation, he has focused his education and practice on helping California residents secure their estates and prepare for the future. As a partner at boutique tax and estate planning firm in the Silicon Valley, Mr. Mallein gained valuable experience in wealth management, estate planning, tax planning, business succession planning, trust and estate administrations, tax controversy, real estate transactions and like-kind exchange cases. He is fully prepared to tackle complex business and estate planning cases. Mr. Mallein is a Certified Specialist...
David William Ginn
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 31 years experience
(925) 256-4466 1981 N Broadway
Ste. 275
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business, Construction, Insurance Claims and Landlord Tenant
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
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Ginn & Crosby, LLP emphasizes real property and construction law. We assist clients in public works projects and commercial development, as well as litigation.
Chelsey Torgerson-Westfall
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 13 years experience
(925) 935-3300 2121 N. California Blvd Ste 875
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business and Construction
Seattle University School of Law
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Virginia L. Ekelund
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Danville, CA Business Law Lawyer.
(925) 314-2320 571 Hartz Avenue
 Danville, CA 94526
Business and Family
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Christina Weed
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 8 years experience
(925) 953-2920 1655 N. Main Street, Suite 240
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business, Estate Planning, Probate and Tax
University of San Diego School of Law and Whittier Law School
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Christina Weed understands the complex life demands and goals of her clients. Christina also understands that most of the time it is not possible to completely separate family life from business. Clients need an integrated plan that covers all of their family, business, tax, and estate planning concerns. Christina has dedicated the past thirteen years to the study and practice of law, taxation, business, accounting, and estate planning and uses this knowledge to consult with her clients in business, tax and estate planning matters. Christina is a licensed attorney with an LL.M. in Taxation from the...
(925) 953-2920 770 L Street
Suite 950
 Sacramento, CA 95814
(925) 953-2920 201 Spear Street
Suite 1100
 San Francisco, CA 94105
Patricia Ann Rowe
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Concord, CA Business Law Attorney. 16 years experience
(925) 256-1000 1401 Franquette Ave.
Suite A-3
 Concord, CA 94520
Business, Estate Planning, Family and Tax
Golden Gate University School of Law
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I am also a Certified Public Accountant and have been doing tax work in the Bay Area for 30 years. I specialize in helping people and businesses pay as few taxes as possible without getting audited. In the estate planning area I help people preserve their property for their families and pay as few estate taxes as possible. I also am the Probate Doctor who can help fix impossible situations when estates are stuck in the quagmire of California Probate.
Scott Jordan
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San Ramon, CA Business Law Lawyer. 10 years experience
(925) 362-3598 18 Crow Canyon Court
Suite 280
 San Ramon, CA 94583
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Southern California Gould School of Law
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I represent individuals and small to medium sized businesses in bankruptcy, foreclosure defense and debt consolidation matters. For individuals, I represent clients in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings, including adversary proceedings, including 2nd home mortgage lien stripping, redemption of vehicles and student loan reductions. For businesses, I provide services related to the winding down of a business, board and management consultations and bankruptcy debt consolidation in Chapter 11. In conjunction with my bankruptcy practice, I also provide estate planning, probate and trust administration representation. The best way to avoid probate is to plan properly by drafting...
Karyne Ghantous
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San Ramon, CA Business Law Attorney. 19 years experience
(925) 242-2431 2603 Camino Ramon, Suite 200
 San Ramon, CA 94583
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
University of California Hastings College of the Law
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Karyne T. Ghantous is a California licensed attorney with close to 20 years of litigation and insurance defense experience successfully negotiating the resolution of, and trying cases in State and Federal court, Contra Costa County, Alameda County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, Solano County and Monterey County.
Timothy Craig Williams
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 30 years experience
(925) 933-9800 1850 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 340
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, IP and Real Estate
Pepperdine University School of Law
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Mr. Williams is the founder of The Williams Firm and has over 21 years of extensive experience in the areas of real estate, construction, business and corporate law. Mr. Williams' practice areas include all aspects of civil litigation and dispute resolution in all courts, government hearings, arbitrations and mediations in the areas of real estate, construction and business law. Mr. Williams also represents and advises clients in business transactions, corporate law, real property transactions, and trademark law. In real estate matters he has represented owners and developers of residential and commercial properties, including multi-million dollar properties, negotiated sales...
Ivette Santaella
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San Ramon, CA Business Law Attorney. 27 years experience
(925) 831-4840 San Ramon, CA 94583
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and IP
American University
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Ivette M. Santaella is a dedicated attorney with invaluable experience in the many areas of estate planning and technology law. For the past four years, she has focused her practice on estate planning and has advised numerous families-as well as businesses-on legacy and business succession planning. Ms. Santaella also assists her clients through the analysis of strategies to minimize tax liability, as well as trust management and creditor protection. She is certified and financially trained in life and long-term care insurance, and the various types of special needs issues, which are integral in estate planning. Ms. Santaella is expanding her...
(888) 698-3951 111 Deerwood Road
Suite 200
 San Ramon, CA 94583
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David Sheen ESQ.
(510) 438-6868
Fremont, CA Business Law Lawyer
16 years experience
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Brett Bunnell
(408) 441-7500
San Jose, CA Business Law Attorney
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Zachary Roy Rayo
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Concord, CA Business Law Lawyer. 21 years experience
(925) 825-1955 Salvio Pacheco Sq. at Todos Santos Plaza
2151 Salvio St., Ste 399
 Concord, CA 94520
Free ConsultationBusiness, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Miami School of Law and University of Hawai'i at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law
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Zachary Rayo brings experience, efficiency and empathy to estate planning. Mr. Rayo’s approach is people-centered. He recognizes that the legal needs and special issues differ from client to client, that each person is unique, with unique needs that must be met with efficiency, active listening and care. Mr. Rayo knows the importance of social responsibility which manifests not only in ethical decisions and practices but also in involvement in socially important causes.
(925) 825-1955 Pleasanton, CA 94566
(925) 825-1955 Sacramento, CA 95814
James Glassford Esq.
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Attorney. 42 years experience
(925) 274-0210 2950 Buskirk Avenue
Suite 300
 Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Free ConsultationBusiness
Golden Gate University School of Law
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I have litigated many contract disputes. I taught the law of contracts at JFK University Law School for ten years. I know contracts from the practical as well as the academic point of view.
Peter Tormey
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Pleasant Hill, CA Business Law Lawyer. 12 years experience
(925) 352-9842 101 Gregory Lane
Suite 46
 Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Business, IP, Patents and Trademarks
John F. Kennedy University
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Mr. Tormey has over 20 years of experience in product development, marketing and intellectual property protection. As a company startup veteran, Mr. Tormey brings a unique perspective on the value of intellectual property to a small and growing business. As such, he also speaks to entrepreneurs and business executives on how to protect and leverage IP assets. Mr. Tormey is the author of the "Startup Guide to Intellectual Property." As a patent attorney, Mr. Tormey has drafted over 100 patent applications covering software, electronics, wireless, radio, mobile applications, encryption and automation controls. Besides intellectual property law, ...
Steven Jeffrey Mehlman
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 37 years experience
(925) 935-3575 3050 Citrus Circle,, Suite 203
 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Free ConsultationBusiness, Animal, Broker Fraud and Collections
University of Michigan
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Mehlman Law Group is an East Bay (Walnut Creek, CA) real estate, business, and civil litigation law firm. We practice in all San Francisco Bay Area state and federal courts. I believe all clients should have access to high-quality legal services. Many of my clients see me as their "in-house" counsel or trusted personal legal advisor. For legal advice or representation, contact me at (925) 935-3575 or steven@mehlmanlawgroup.com for a free consultation. I have thirty years of experience representing small businesses and individuals. I consult with, provide guidance to, and refer clients to other professionals, including real estate and mortgage brokers, accountants,...
Jon Paul Webster
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Concord, CA Business Law Lawyer. 28 years experience
(925) 609-7600 1985 Bonifacio Street
Suite 102
 Concord, CA 94520-2264
Free ConsultationBusiness, Employment, Landlord Tenant and White Collar Crime
John F. Kennedy School of Law and California State University - Sacramento
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I am a former police officer and deputy district attorney. I have been in private practice since 1994. I bring the experiences I have gained to fight for my clients. Whether you have an employment, business or real property transaction or you are involved in a dispute, my firm will work diligently to represent you in negotiations, administrative, civil or criminal proceedings from initiation through appeal. I routinely represent both employees and employers in wage and hour and discrimination cases. I provide advice and represent individuals, corporations and limited liability partnerships and companies in real property matters...
Richard Allen Madsen Jr
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 27 years experience
(925) 974-0800 Civic Plaza
1655 North Main Street, Suite 240
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business, Criminal, DUI and Insurance Defense
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
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Criminal Defense and DUI attorney Richard A. Madsen, Jr. (a former Contra Costa County Deputy District Attorney) has represented thousands of first-time offenders who have been arrested or charged with driving under the influence throughout the Bay Area and Northern California. Mr. Madsen's impeccable reputation speaks for itself. Recognized as a highly skilled trial lawyer and negotiator, and well seasoned in the intricacies of the Department of Motor Vehicles, Mr. Madsen works tirelessly to protect his clients' rights and achieve superior results. Mr. Madsen knows the system. For nearly twenty years, Mr. Madsen has utilized his reputation and long-standing relationships...
Mr. Chris Covington
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Lafayette, CA Business Law Attorney. 36 years experience
(925) 310-4067 250 Lafayette Circle, Suite 200
 Lafayette, CA 94549
Business
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
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Throughout his thirty year career Chris has been focused on assisting key executives in building their businesses, and often on preparing for and subsequently executing their liquidity event, the sale of their company, raising capital, or an IPO. As a consequence, he has developed particular expertise in Corporate and Transactional matters, Mergers and Acquisitions and with providing General Counsel Services to a wide range of business clients. Chris has represented individual executives, sole proprietorships and Fortune 500 companies. His clients have been both public and privately held, and have included LLCs and limited and general partnerships. Most clients...
Kent Crooks Parr
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Concord, CA Business Law Lawyer. 34 years experience
(925) 408-7971 1820 Galindo Street
Suite 225
 Concord, CA 94520
Business and Real Estate
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
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Joseph Anthony Motta
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Concord, CA Business Law Lawyer. 29 years experience
(925) 602-3400 1401 Willow Pass Rd, Suite 880
 Concord, CA 94520
Business, Criminal, DUI and Nursing Home
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
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Joseph A. Motta was born and raised in the east bay. He attended St. Mary's College and graduated in 1984 with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Economics. He then graduated from McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento in 1987. He was a Deputy District Attorney in Contra Costa County from 1988 to 2004. Over those sixteen years, he handled thousands of cases. They ranged from minor to serious and from simple to complex. He was a trial attorney on the following teams: Misdemeanor, Juvenile, Law and Motion, Felony...
Edward David Barron
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Pleasant Hill, CA Business Law Lawyer. 19 years experience
(925) 937-4400 3478 Buskirk Avenue
Suite 150
 Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction and Landlord Tenant
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
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Ruben Sundeen
(510) 663-9240
Oakland, CA Business Law Attorney
21 years experience
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Robert Salinas
(510) 663-9240
Oakland, CA Business Law Attorney
21 years experience
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Guy Ellery Louie
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San Ramon, CA Business Law Lawyer. 25 years experience
(925) 234-1440 2010 Crow Canyon Place Suite 100
 San Ramon, CA 94583
Business, Animal, Appeals and IP
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
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Robert Ian Levy
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Attorney. 18 years experience
(925) 708-3306 540 Lennon Lane
 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Business and Real Estate
Tulane Univ Law School
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James Martin Sproul
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Attorney. 37 years experience
(925) 482-0983 675 Ygnacio Valley Road
Suite B-202
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business, Arbitration & Mediation, Insurance Defense and Real Estate
UC Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall
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Experienced civil litigator.
Beth Wolf Mora
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San Ramon, CA Business Law Lawyer. 17 years experience
(925) 820-8949 18 Crow Canyon Court, Suite 145
 San Ramon, CA 94583
Free ConsultationBusiness, Civil Rights, Elder and Employment
Golden Gate University School of Law
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Michael Edmund Cardoza
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 45 years experience
(925) 274-2900 1220 Oakland Blvd
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business, Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
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David Stanley Pearson
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 25 years experience
(925) 287-0051 48 Kingston Pl
 Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Business
University of California - Hastings College of the Law
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Carol Lynn Lerner
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Walnut Creek, CA Business Law Lawyer. 43 years experience
(925) 933-0490 961 Ygnacio Valley Road
 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Business and Real Estate
John F Kennedy Univ School of Law
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Nalini Rajender Frush
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Danville, CA Business Law Attorney. 40 years experience
(925) 580-2257 4115 Blackhawk Plaza Cir
 Danville, CA 94506
Business, Environmental and Real Estate
Hamline Univ School of Law
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James Gulseth
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Pleasanton, CA Business Law Attorney. 43 years experience
(925) 463-9600 5890 Stoneridge Dr.
Ste. 102
 Pleasanton, CA 94588
Free ConsultationBusiness, Arbitration & Mediation, IP and Tax
UC Hastings COL
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James H. (Jim) Gulseth was born and attended high school in Devils Lake, North Dakota and graduated with an A.B. degree from the University of California at Berkeley. Jim earned his JD degree at the University of California Hastings School of Law in San Francisco and is admitted to practice in the State of California and before the Federal District Court, Northern District of California, and the U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit. He is a member of the Corporations, Business Transactions, Securities and Tax and Intellectual Property Sections of the State Bar of California. Jim’s reported cases include...
(925) 463-9633 373 North L Street
 Livermore, CA 94551
Phyllis Voisenat
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Oakland, CA Business Law Attorney. 25 years experience
(510) 272-9410 1999 Harrison Street
18th Floor, #410
 Oakland, CA 94612
Free ConsultationBusiness and Appeals
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Phyllis Voisenat, Esq. is an attorney and counselor at law. You can retain her as your attorney to handle your case from start to finish, or you can hire her for limited matters. She can be retained for matters from Sacramento to San Jose, pertaining to fraud, real estate, contracts, business formation, operations.
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Ethan Solove
(408) 441-7500
San Jose, CA Business Law Lawyer
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