Atty. Joel Zeldin

Atty. Joel Zeldin

Joel Zeldin is a lawyer practicing professional liability, real estate, fiduciary duty/shareholder & partnership disputes and 2 other areas of law. Joel received a B.S. degree with honors in Business-Economics degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Joel Zeldin at a glance

Joel Zeldin is a real estate, partnership disputes, litigation, and government attorney based in Berkeley, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in California State Bar (1972), All California State Courts U.S. District Court for the Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Dist (1972), and District of Columbia (Inactive) (1977). Educated at University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law, BerkeleyLaw (J.D. Order, 1971) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Activities Mr and Zeldin is a member of the American Bar Association, Bar Association of San Francisco, and the Association of Business Trial Lawyers of Northern California, and has served as a Judge Pro Tem in the San Francisco Superior Court's Early Settlement Program. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Zeldin is a lawyer practicing professional liability, real estate, fiduciary duty/shareholder & partnership disputes and 2 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.S. degree with honors in Business-Economics degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Joel practices in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Zeldin's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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

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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 Berkeley 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 Zeldin

Where is Joel Zeldin's law office located?
Joel Zeldin's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Zeldin handle?
Joel Zeldin focuses on real estate, partnership disputes, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joel Zeldin practiced law?
Joel Zeldin has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Joel Zeldin go to law school?
Joel Zeldin earned their education at (J.D. Order, 1971); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact Joel Zeldin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joel Zeldin received?
Joel Zeldin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Order
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law, BerkeleyLaw
- 1971
B.S.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California State Bar
Admitted: 1972
All California State Courts U.S. District Court for the Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Dist
Admitted: 1972
District of Columbia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1977

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