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Atty. Robert Jay Breakstone

Atty. Robert Jay Breakstone

Robert Jay Breakstone is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense, complex commercial litigation, criminal law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 59 yrs experience 59 year
Call (415) 523-3375

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About Robert Jay Breakstone at a glance

Robert Jay Breakstone is an Of Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practforg at Rogers Joseph O Donnell A Professional Corporation. They haand 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1967), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1967), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1967), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1975). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1967) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Jay Breakstone is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense, complex commercial litigation, criminal law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Robert practices at Rogers Joseph O'Donnell A Professional Corporation in San Francisco, CA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is Robert Jay Breakstone's law office located?
Robert Jay Breakstone's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Rogers Joseph O Donnell A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Robert Jay Breakstone practiced law?
Robert Jay Breakstone has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Robert Jay Breakstone go to law school?
Robert Jay Breakstone earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1961).
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What awards or recognition has Robert Jay Breakstone receiandd?
Robert Jay Breakstone's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1967
B.A.
Syracuse University
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1975
California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1997

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