Atty. Douglas Charles Straus

Atty. Douglas Charles Straus

Douglas Charles Straus is a lawyer practicing appellate, financial services, forensic audits and fraud investigation and 7 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Charles Straus at a glance

Douglas Charles Straus is a Shareholder based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Buchalter. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, class action, zoning, and construction. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit All U.S. District Courts in California (1980). Educated at University of California - Berkeley School of Law (Boalt) (J.D., 1980) and Northwestern University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Contra Costa County Bar. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Charles Straus is a lawyer practicing appellate, financial services, forensic audits and fraud investigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Douglas practices at Buchalter in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Charles Straus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Charles Straus handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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

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

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Class Action

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Land Use & Zoning

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Construction Law

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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 Douglas Charles Straus

Where is Douglas Charles Straus's law office located?
Douglas Charles Straus's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Buchalter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Charles Straus handle?
Douglas Charles Straus focuses on business, real estate, class action, zoning, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Douglas Charles Straus practiced law?
Douglas Charles Straus has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Douglas Charles Straus go to law school?
Douglas Charles Straus earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Douglas Charles Straus for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Charles Straus 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 Douglas Charles Straus received?
Douglas Charles Straus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California - Berkeley School of Law (Boalt)
- 1980
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit All U.S. District Courts in California
Admitted: 1980

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