Atty. Brian Selden
Brian Selden is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, general practice. Brian received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.
Business Tort Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 31+ Years Experience
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About Brian Selden at a Glance
Brian Selden is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Jones Day. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1995) and California (2008). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1995) and Princeton University (A.B., 1992). Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Selden
- Brian Selden is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, general practice
- Brian received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Brian practices at Jones Day in Palo Alto, CA
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Brian Selden's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Selden handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Personal Injury in Palo Alto
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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Business & Corporate Law in Palo Alto
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brian Selden is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Palo Alto
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Brian Selden is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto
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 venue, 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.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Palo Alto Choose Brian Selden
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Selden's practice in the field of personal injury, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Selden brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio and California, Brian Selden can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and litigation, Brian Selden can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Brian Selden attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Selden Handles in Palo Alto
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian Selden has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian Selden directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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