Atty. Joseph John Appel

Atty. Joseph John Appel

Joseph John Appel is a lawyer practicing motorcycle accident, animal & dog bites, construction accidents and 7 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from St.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph John Appel at a glance

Joseph John Appel is a Managing Partner based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Appel Law Firm LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court Northern District of California (1979), U.S. District Court Eastern District of California (1979), and U.S. District Court Southern District of California (1980). Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1979) and St. Mary's College of California (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Contra Costa County Bar Association Alameda County Bar Association Consumer Attorneys of California. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph John Appel is a lawyer practicing motorcycle accident, animal & dog bites, construction accidents and 7 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from St. Mary's College of California in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Joseph practices at Appel Law Firm LLP in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph John Appel's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Joseph John Appel is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in California →

Wrongful Death

Joseph John Appel is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joseph John Appel is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph John Appel is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →

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 Walnut Creek 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 Joseph John Appel

Where is Joseph John Appel's law office located?
Joseph John Appel's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is Appel Law Firm LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph John Appel handle?
Joseph John Appel focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph John Appel practiced law?
Joseph John Appel has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Joseph John Appel go to law school?
Joseph John Appel earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Joseph John Appel for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph John Appel 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 Joseph John Appel received?
Joseph John Appel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California Hastings College of the Law
- 1979
B.A.
St. Mary's College of California
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court Northern District of California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court Southern District of California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court Central District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1998

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