Atty. Bruce Borders Kelson

Atty. Bruce Borders Kelson

Bruce Borders Kelson is a lawyer practicing business governance litigation and shareholder disputes, class action, criminal defense and 10 other areas of law. Bruce received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Bruce Borders Kelson at a glance

Bruce Borders Kelson is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Duane Morris LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, class action, and white collar. Admitted to practice in New York (1994) and California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the S (1999). Educated at Vanderbilt University Law School (J.D., 1993) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1987). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bruce Borders Kelson is a lawyer practicing business governance litigation and shareholder disputes, class action, criminal defense and 10 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Bruce practices at Duane Morris LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Borders Kelson's Areas of Practice

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

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Francisco 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 Bruce Borders Kelson

Where is Bruce Borders Kelson's law office located?
Bruce Borders Kelson's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Duane Morris LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Borders Kelson handle?
Bruce Borders Kelson focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, class action, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bruce Borders Kelson practiced law?
Bruce Borders Kelson has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Bruce Borders Kelson go to law school?
Bruce Borders Kelson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (A.B., 1987).
How can I contact Bruce Borders Kelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University Law School
- 1993
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1987

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1994
California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the S
Admitted: 1999

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