Atty. Stephen Chase Gerrish

Atty. Stephen Chase Gerrish

Stephen Chase Gerrish is a lawyer practicing employment law, real estate, alternative dispute resolution and 3 other areas of law. Stephen Chase received a B.A. degree from Willamette University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (650) 780-6892

Profile Summary

About Stephen Chase Gerrish at a glance

Stephen Chase Gerrish is a Special Counsel based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Thoits, Love, Hershberger & McLean A Professional Law Corporation. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1974), and Idaho (Inactive) (2000). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1974) and Willamette University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California (Member, Litigation Section) Idaho State Bar. Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Chase Gerrish is a lawyer practicing employment law, real estate, alternative dispute resolution and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen Chase received a B.A. degree from Willamette University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Stephen Chase practices at Thoits, Love, Hershberger & McLean A Professional Law Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Chase Gerrish's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Stephen Chase Gerrish is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen Chase Gerrish is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stephen Chase Gerrish is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen Chase Gerrish is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Stephen Chase Gerrish is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Palo Alto 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Chase Gerrish

Where is Stephen Chase Gerrish's law office located?
Stephen Chase Gerrish's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Thoits, Love, Hershberger & McLean A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Chase Gerrish handle?
Stephen Chase Gerrish focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Chase Gerrish practiced law?
Stephen Chase Gerrish has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Stephen Chase Gerrish go to law school?
Stephen Chase Gerrish earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Stephen Chase Gerrish for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Chase Gerrish 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 Stephen Chase Gerrish received?
Stephen Chase Gerrish's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Willamette University
- 1974
B.A.
Willamette University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1974
Idaho (Inactive)
Admitted: 2000

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