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Atty. Joyce Kawahata

Atty. Joyce Kawahata

Joyce Kawahata is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, wrongful termination, civil rights and 1 other area of law. Joyce received a degree from University of California, Davis Southwestern Law School King Hall, Davis CA, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Joyce Kawahata at a glance

Joyce Kawahata is an Associate based in Berkeley, California, practicing at Law Office of Michael Sorgen. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, civil rights, and education. Admitted to practice in California (1984). Educated at University of California, Davis Southwestern Law School King Hall, Davis CA University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Waseda, 1970). Active member of Alameda County Bar Association State Bar of California Human Rights Advocates. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joyce Kawahata is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, wrongful termination, civil rights and 1 other area of law
  • Joyce received a degree from University of California, Davis Southwestern Law School King Hall, Davis CA, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Joyce practices at Law Office of Michael Sorgen in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joyce Kawahata's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Rights

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Education Law

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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 Joyce Kawahata

Where is Joyce Kawahata's law office located?
Joyce Kawahata's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. The firm is Law Office of Michael Sorgen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joyce Kawahata handle?
Joyce Kawahata focuses on wrongful termination, employment, civil rights, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joyce Kawahata practiced law?
Joyce Kawahata has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Joyce Kawahata go to law school?
Joyce Kawahata earned their education at (B.A. Waseda, 1970).
How can I contact Joyce Kawahata for a consultation?
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Education

B.A. Waseda
University of California, Davis Southwestern Law School King Hall, Davis CA University of California at Los Angeles
- 1970

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984

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