Atty. Barbara Ann Chvany

Atty. Barbara Ann Chvany

Barbara Ann Chvany is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, class actions. Barbara received a B.A. degree from Bennington College, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Orinda Orinda 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Ann Chvany at a glance

Barbara Ann Chvany is a class action and adr attorney based in Orinda, California. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1978). Educated at San Francisco Law School J.D. (—) and Bennington College B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Orinda, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Barbara Ann Chvany is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, class actions
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from Bennington College, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Barbara practices in Orinda, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Ann Chvany's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Ann Chvany handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Class Action

Barbara Ann Chvany is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Barbara Ann Chvany is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orinda are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara Ann Chvany

Where is Barbara Ann Chvany's law office located?
Barbara Ann Chvany's law practice is located in Orinda, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Ann Chvany handle?
Barbara Ann Chvany focuses on class action, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Barbara Ann Chvany practiced law?
Barbara Ann Chvany has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Barbara Ann Chvany go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Barbara Ann Chvany received?
Barbara Ann Chvany's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

San Francisco Law School J.D.
- In Progress
Bennington College B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1978

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