Atty. Bj Kanalei

Atty. Bj Kanalei

Bj Kanalei is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bankruptcy, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Bj received a degree from University of California, San Diego in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

San Diego San Diego 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Bj Kanalei at a glance

Bj Kanalei is a BJ Kanalei & Associates based in San Diego, California. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, ip, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in California (1992) and Registered to practice before U.S. Patent Office (1995). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1992) and University of California, San Diego Class of 1988 (—). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bj Kanalei is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bankruptcy, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
  • Bj received a degree from University of California, San Diego in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Bj practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Bj Kanalei's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Bj Kanalei is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 San Diego 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 Bj Kanalei

Where is Bj Kanalei's law office located?
Bj Kanalei's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bj Kanalei handle?
Bj Kanalei focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, ip, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bj Kanalei practiced law?
Bj Kanalei has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Bj Kanalei go to law school?
Bj Kanalei earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (—).
How can I contact Bj Kanalei for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1992
University of California, San Diego Class of 1988
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
Registered to practice before U.S. Patent Office
Admitted: 1995

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