Atty. Donald Joe Devries
Donald Joe Devries is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, family law and 2 other areas of law. Donald received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1962, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving San Jose, CA · 56+ Years Experience
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About Donald Joe Devries at a Glance
Donald Joe Devries is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at DeVries & Solmonson. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, product liability, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1970). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1969) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Donald Joe Devries
- Donald Joe Devries is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, family law and 2 other areas of law
- Donald received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1962, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Donald practices at DeVries & Solmonson in San Jose, CA
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Donald Joe Devries's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald Joe Devries handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Jose.
Personal Injury in San Jose
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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Family Law in San Jose
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Donald Joe Devries is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →
Product Liability in San Jose
Donald Joe Devries is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in San Jose
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Donald Joe Devries is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Elder Law in San Jose
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Jose
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 Jose 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.
San Jose Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Jose-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 San Jose Choose Donald Joe Devries
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 Donald Joe Devries's practice in the field of personal injury, family law, product liability, litigation, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Donald Joe Devries brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, family law, and product liability, Donald Joe Devries can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Jose
A San Jose-based practice means Donald Joe Devries 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 Donald Joe Devries Handles in San Jose
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Donald Joe Devries 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.
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