Atty. Janis Joy Ward

Atty. Janis Joy Ward

Janis Joy Ward is a lawyer practicing family law. Janis received a degree from California Polytechnic St University, San Luis Obispo CA, and has been licensed for 27 years.

San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Janis Joy Ward at a glance

Janis Joy Ward is a family law attorney based in San Luis Obispo, California. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in California (1999). Educated at Santa Barbara & Ventura Colleges of Law (JD, 1998) and California Polytechnic St University, San Luis Obispo CA Santa Barbara College of Law, Santa Barbara CA (—). Serands clients in San Luis Obispo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Janis Joy Ward is a lawyer practicing family law
  • Janis received a degree from California Polytechnic St University, San Luis Obispo CA, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Janis practices in San Luis Obispo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Janis Joy Ward's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 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 Janis Joy Ward

Where is Janis Joy Ward's law office located?
Janis Joy Ward's law practice is located in San Luis Obispo, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janis Joy Ward handle?
Janis Joy Ward focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Janis Joy Ward practiced law?
Janis Joy Ward has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Janis Joy Ward go to law school?
Janis Joy Ward earned their education at (JD, 1998); (—).
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Practice Areas

Education

JD
Santa Barbara & Ventura Colleges of Law
- 1998
California Polytechnic St University, San Luis Obispo CA Santa Barbara College of Law, Santa Barbara CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999

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