Atty. Bruce Elliot Chan

Atty. Bruce Elliot Chan

Bruce Elliot Chan is a lawyer. Bruce received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Bruce Elliot Chan is a Supr. Ct. J. based in San Francisco, California. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in California (1981). Educated at University of California at Davis (J.D., 1981) and Stanford University (A.B., 1978). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bruce Elliot Chan is a lawyer
  • Bruce received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Bruce practices in San Francisco, CA

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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Bruce Elliot Chan's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Bruce Elliot Chan practiced law?
Bruce Elliot Chan has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
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Bruce Elliot Chan earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B., 1978).
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Davis
- 1981
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981

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