Atty. Jan Howell Marx

Atty. Jan Howell Marx

Jan Howell Marx is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, real property, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. Jan received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1969, and has been licensed for 38 years.

San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Jan Howell Marx at a glance

Jan Howell Marx is a employment, business, real estate, litigation, and elder law attorney based in San Luis Obispo, California. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in California (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1988), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1989). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1987) and Columbia University (M.A. Stanford, 1969). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in San Luis Obispo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jan Howell Marx is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, real property, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Jan received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1969, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Jan practices in San Luis Obispo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Jan Howell Marx's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jan Howell Marx 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.

Jan Howell Marx is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jan Howell Marx is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

Jan Howell Marx is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jan Howell Marx is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Jan Howell Marx is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →

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 Luis Obispo 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 Jan Howell Marx

Where is Jan Howell Marx's law office located?
Jan Howell Marx's law practice is located in San Luis Obispo, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jan Howell Marx handle?
Jan Howell Marx focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jan Howell Marx practiced law?
Jan Howell Marx has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Jan Howell Marx go to law school?
Jan Howell Marx earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (M.A. Stanford, 1969).
How can I contact Jan Howell Marx for a consultation?
You can contact Jan Howell Marx 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 Jan Howell Marx received?
Jan Howell Marx's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1987
M.A. Stanford
Columbia University
- 1969

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1989

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