Atty. Francis Jude Torrence

Atty. Francis Jude Torrence

Francis Jude Torrence is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, life, health and 2 other areas of law. Francis Jude received a M.A. degree from DeAndreis Institute of Theology in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Francis Jude Torrence at a glance

Francis Jude Torrence is an Of Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, ssd, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1991), Oregon (2017), Washington (2018), and Idaho U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern and South (2021). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D. Golden, 1991) and DeAndreis Institute of Theology (M.A. St., 1984). Active member of Memberships & Affiliations International Trademark Association (INTA), Emerging Issues Committee American Bar Association California Bar Association Inns of Court, Intellectual Property St and Thomas More Society. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Francis Jude Torrence is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, life, health and 2 other areas of law
  • Francis Jude received a M.A. degree from DeAndreis Institute of Theology in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Francis Jude practices at Wilson Elser in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Francis Jude Torrence's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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Health Care 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 Francis Jude Torrence

Where is Francis Jude Torrence's law office located?
Francis Jude Torrence's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Wilson Elser. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Francis Jude Torrence handle?
Francis Jude Torrence focuses on employment, ip, ssd, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Francis Jude Torrence practiced law?
Francis Jude Torrence has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Francis Jude Torrence go to law school?
Francis Jude Torrence earned their education at (J.D. Golden, 1991); (M.A. St., 1984).
How can I contact Francis Jude Torrence for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Golden
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1991
M.A. St.
DeAndreis Institute of Theology
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991
Oregon
Admitted: 2017
Washington
Admitted: 2018
Idaho U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern and South
Admitted: 2021

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