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Atty. Brian K Tomkiel

Atty. Brian K Tomkiel

Brian K Tomkiel is a lawyer practicing compensation, litigation, employee compensation & benefits and 8 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian K Tomkiel at a glance

Brian K Tomkiel is an Associate based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in California (2009). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 2009) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 2005). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian K Tomkiel is a lawyer practicing compensation, litigation, employee compensation & benefits and 8 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Brian practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian K Tomkiel's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Civil Litigation

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International Law

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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 Palo Alto 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 Brian K Tomkiel

Where is Brian K Tomkiel's law office located?
Brian K Tomkiel's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Baker & McKenzie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian K Tomkiel handle?
Brian K Tomkiel focuses on criminal defense, employment, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian K Tomkiel practiced law?
Brian K Tomkiel has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Brian K Tomkiel go to law school?
Brian K Tomkiel earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Brian K Tomkiel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 2009
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 2005

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2009

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