Atty. James Pearson Steyer

Atty. James Pearson Steyer

James Pearson Steyer is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, poverty law, childrens law. James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About James Pearson Steyer at a glance

James Pearson Steyer is a civil rights attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (1983). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1983) and Stanford University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Pearson Steyer is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, poverty law, childrens law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Pearson Steyer's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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

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Where is James Pearson Steyer's law office located?
James Pearson Steyer's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Pearson Steyer handle?
James Pearson Steyer focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Pearson Steyer practiced law?
James Pearson Steyer has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Pearson Steyer go to law school?
James Pearson Steyer earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1978).
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Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1983
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983

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