Atty. Joseph Albert Hearst

Atty. Joseph Albert Hearst

Joseph Albert Hearst is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals. Joseph received a M.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Joseph Albert Hearst at a glance

Joseph Albert Hearst is a litigation and appellate attorney based in Berkeley, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and Massachusetts (1989). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1987) and University of Chicago (M.A. Whitman, 1983). Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph Albert Hearst is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals
  • Joseph received a M.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Joseph practices in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Albert Hearst's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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

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Where is Joseph Albert Hearst's law office located?
Joseph Albert Hearst's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Albert Hearst handle?
Joseph Albert Hearst focuses on litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph Albert Hearst practiced law?
Joseph Albert Hearst has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Joseph Albert Hearst go to law school?
Joseph Albert Hearst earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (M.A. Whitman, 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1987
M.A. Whitman
University of Chicago
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1989

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