Atty. Robert Fred Kidd
Robert Fred Kidd is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, real estate litigation, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Oakland, CA · 49+ Years Experience
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About Robert Fred Kidd at a Glance
Robert Fred Kidd is a business, real estate, bankruptcy, estate litigation, and litigation attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in California United States Supreme Court Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals United States District Courts (1977). Educated at School of Law of the University of California at Davis (J.D., 1977) and Columbia University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of the Oakland Ballet Alameda County Legal Assistance for Seniors Bishop O'Dowd High School St, Paul's Episcopal School, and Super Lawyer, San Francisco Magazine AV Preeminent (5.0 out of 5) peer-review rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Serves clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Fred Kidd
- Robert Fred Kidd is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, real estate litigation, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Robert practices in Oakland, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Fred Kidd's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Fred Kidd handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oakland.
Business & Corporate Law in Oakland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Oakland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert Fred Kidd is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Oakland
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Robert Fred Kidd is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Oakland
Robert Fred Kidd is one of 19,876 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Oakland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oakland
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 Oakland 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.
Oakland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oakland-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 Oakland Choose Robert Fred Kidd
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 Robert Fred Kidd's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, estate litigation, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Fred Kidd brings 49+ 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 business, real estate, and bankruptcy, Robert Fred Kidd can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oakland
A Oakland-based practice means Robert Fred Kidd 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 Robert Fred Kidd Handles in Oakland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Fred Kidd 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.
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