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Atty. Brian Paul Preston

Atty. Brian Paul Preston

Brian Paul Preston is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, construction litigation, insurance litigation. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Portola Valley Portola Valley 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Paul Preston at a glance

Brian Paul Preston is a construction, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Portola Valley, California. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in California (1978) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1978). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1978) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Portola Valley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian Paul Preston is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, construction litigation, insurance litigation
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Brian practices in Portola Valley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Paul Preston's Areas of Practice

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

Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance 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 Portola Valley 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 Paul Preston

Where is Brian Paul Preston's law office located?
Brian Paul Preston's law practice is located in Portola Valley, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Paul Preston handle?
Brian Paul Preston focuses on construction, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian Paul Preston practiced law?
Brian Paul Preston has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Brian Paul Preston go to law school?
Brian Paul Preston earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Brian Paul Preston for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1978
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1975

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1978

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