Atty. Joel Thomas Perlstein

Atty. Joel Thomas Perlstein

Joel Thomas Perlstein is a lawyer practicing utilities, administrative law, truck liability and 2 other areas of law. Joel received a degree from University of California Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 46 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Thomas Perlstein at a glance

Joel Thomas Perlstein is a Calif. Pub. Utilities Comm. based in San Francisco, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on government and energy. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at University of California (J.D., 1980) and University of California Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA University of Chicago (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Joel Thomas Perlstein is a lawyer practicing utilities, administrative law, truck liability and 2 other areas of law
  • Joel received a degree from University of California Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Joel practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Thomas Perlstein's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Joel Thomas Perlstein

Where is Joel Thomas Perlstein's law office located?
Joel Thomas Perlstein's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Thomas Perlstein handle?
Joel Thomas Perlstein focuses on government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joel Thomas Perlstein practiced law?
Joel Thomas Perlstein has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Joel Thomas Perlstein go to law school?
Joel Thomas Perlstein earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Joel Thomas Perlstein for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California
- 1980
B.A.
University of California Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA University of Chicago
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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