Atty. John Phillips Levin
Mr. John Phillips Levin is a lawyer practicing corporate & real estate, nonprofit & charitable, estate planning and 6 other areas of law.
Corporate Real Estate & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 53+ Years Experience
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About John Phillips Levin at a Glance
John Phillips Levin is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Folger Levin LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at Stanford University Law School (J.D. Education, 1973) and Harvard University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Phillips Levin
- Mr. John Phillips Levin is a lawyer practicing corporate & real estate, nonprofit & charitable, estate planning and 6 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
- John practices at Folger Levin LLP in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
John Phillips Levin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Phillips Levin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Estate Planning & Probate in San Francisco
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John Phillips Levin is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Phillips Levin is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in San Francisco
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
John Phillips Levin is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in San Francisco
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
John Phillips Levin is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Creditor Rights & Collections in San Francisco
John Phillips Levin is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 venue, 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose John Phillips Levin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Phillips Levin's practice in the field of estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Phillips Levin brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and real estate, John Phillips Levin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means John Phillips Levin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Phillips Levin Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Phillips Levin has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Phillips Levin directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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