Atty. Seth R. Jaffe
Seth R. Jaffe is a lawyer practicing business law, labor & employment, intellectual property law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Mill Valley, CA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Seth R. Jaffe at a Glance
Seth R. Jaffe is a employment, business, real estate, and ip attorney based in Mill Valley, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1980) and Brown University (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco The State Bar of California American Bar Association (Member, Litigation Section) Barristers Club of San Francisco. Serves clients in Mill Valley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Seth R. Jaffe
- Seth R. Jaffe is a lawyer practicing business law, labor & employment, intellectual property law
- Seth received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Seth practices in Mill Valley, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Seth R. Jaffe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Seth R. Jaffe handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Mill Valley.
Employment Law in Mill Valley
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Seth R. Jaffe is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Mill Valley
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Seth R. Jaffe is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Mill Valley
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Seth R. Jaffe is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Mill Valley
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Seth R. Jaffe is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Mill Valley
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 Mill Valley 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.
Mill Valley Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Mill Valley-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 Mill Valley Choose Seth R. Jaffe
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 Seth R. Jaffe's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Seth R. Jaffe brings 46+ 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 employment, business, and real estate, Seth R. Jaffe can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Mill Valley
A Mill Valley-based practice means Seth R. Jaffe attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Seth R. Jaffe Handles in Mill Valley
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Seth R. Jaffe 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Seth R. Jaffe directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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