Atty. Emily Tienken

Atty. Emily Tienken

Emily Tienken is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, administrative law. Emily received a degree from UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Oakland Oakland 14 yrs experience 14 year
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About Emily Tienken at a glance

Emily Tienken is a criminal defense, litigation, and government attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in California (2012). Educated at UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA Univ of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO (—). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Emily Tienken is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, administrative law
  • Emily received a degree from UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Emily practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Emily Tienken's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative 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 Oakland 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

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Where is Emily Tienken's law office located?
Emily Tienken's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Emily Tienken handle?
Emily Tienken focuses on criminal defense, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Emily Tienken practiced law?
Emily Tienken has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Emily Tienken go to law school?
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Education

UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA Univ of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2012

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