Atty. Bruce James Russell

Atty. Bruce James Russell

Bruce James Russell is a lawyer practicing environmental law, land use, construction law and 2 other areas of law. Bruce received a B.A. degree from California State University at Hayward in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce James Russell at a glance

Bruce James Russell is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Russell & Walker LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, construction, civil rights, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1975), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1977). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and California State University at Hayward (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco San Mateo Bar Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bruce James Russell is a lawyer practicing environmental law, land use, construction law and 2 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a B.A. degree from California State University at Hayward in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Bruce practices at Russell & Walker LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce James Russell's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Bruce James Russell is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Construction Law

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Bruce James Russell is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Bruce James Russell is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

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 James Russell

Where is Bruce James Russell's law office located?
Bruce James Russell's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Russell & Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce James Russell handle?
Bruce James Russell focuses on real estate, zoning, construction, civil rights, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bruce James Russell practiced law?
Bruce James Russell has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Bruce James Russell go to law school?
Bruce James Russell earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Bruce James Russell for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce James Russell directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce James Russell received?
Bruce James Russell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
California State University at Hayward
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1977

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