Atty. Stephen David Kaus

Atty. Stephen David Kaus

Stephen David Kaus is a lawyer practicing class action, criminal defense, litigation and 10 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen David Kaus at a glance

Stephen David Kaus is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Berkeley, California. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, and class action. Admitted to practice in California (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1989). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1973) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen David Kaus is a lawyer practicing class action, criminal defense, litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Stephen practices in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen David Kaus's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Class Action

Stephen David Kaus is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action 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 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 Stephen David Kaus

Where is Stephen David Kaus's law office located?
Stephen David Kaus's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen David Kaus handle?
Stephen David Kaus focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen David Kaus practiced law?
Stephen David Kaus has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Stephen David Kaus go to law school?
Stephen David Kaus earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Stephen David Kaus for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen David Kaus received?
Stephen David Kaus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1973
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1989

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