Atty. Bruce Ronald Bernstein

Atty. Bruce Ronald Bernstein

Bruce Ronald Bernstein is a lawyer practicing employment law, estate planning, probate and 5 other areas of law. Bruce received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce Ronald Bernstein at a glance

Bruce Ronald Bernstein is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Bruce R Bernstein. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in California (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1982), and Washington (Inactive) (1983). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1982) and Indiana University (A.B. Santa, 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Washington State and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bruce Ronald Bernstein is a lawyer practicing employment law, estate planning, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Bruce practices at Bruce R. Bernstein in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Ronald Bernstein's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Bruce Ronald Bernstein is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Probate

Bruce Ronald Bernstein is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

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.

Bruce Ronald Bernstein is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Bruce Ronald Bernstein is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Bruce Ronald Bernstein is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Ronald Bernstein

Where is Bruce Ronald Bernstein's law office located?
Bruce Ronald Bernstein's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Bruce R Bernstein. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Ronald Bernstein handle?
Bruce Ronald Bernstein focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bruce Ronald Bernstein practiced law?
Bruce Ronald Bernstein has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Bruce Ronald Bernstein go to law school?
Bruce Ronald Bernstein earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B. Santa, 1979).
How can I contact Bruce Ronald Bernstein for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce Ronald Bernstein 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 Ronald Bernstein received?
Bruce Ronald Bernstein's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1982
A.B. Santa
Indiana University
- 1979

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
Washington (Inactive)
Admitted: 1983

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