Atty. Joel Yodowitz

Atty. Joel Yodowitz

Joel Yodowitz is a lawyer practicing zoning, planning and land use, real estate litigation, construction litigation and 3 other areas of law. Joel received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Yodowitz at a glance

Joel Yodowitz is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Reuben & Junius, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, construction, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in California (inactive) (1977), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1977) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Yodowitz is a lawyer practicing zoning, planning and land use, real estate litigation, construction litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Joel practices at Reuben & Junius, LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Yodowitz's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

Joel Yodowitz is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Construction Law

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 Yodowitz

Where is Joel Yodowitz's law office located?
Joel Yodowitz's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Reuben & Junius, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Yodowitz handle?
Joel Yodowitz focuses on business, real estate, zoning, construction, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joel Yodowitz practiced law?
Joel Yodowitz has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Joel Yodowitz go to law school?
Joel Yodowitz earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Joel Yodowitz for a consultation?
You can contact Joel Yodowitz 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 Joel Yodowitz received?
Joel Yodowitz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1977
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (inactive)
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983

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