Atty. Stephen Edward Velyvis

Atty. Stephen Edward Velyvis

Stephen Edward Velyvis is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental law, zoning, planning and land use and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Edward Velyvis at a glance

Stephen Edward Velyvis is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Burke Williams And Sorensen Llp. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1999), California (1999), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2001). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1998) and Ohio University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Edward Velyvis is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental law, zoning, planning and land use and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Stephen practices at Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Edward Velyvis's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 Los Angeles 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 Edward Velyvis

Where is Stephen Edward Velyvis's law office located?
Stephen Edward Velyvis's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Burke Williams And Sorensen Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Edward Velyvis handle?
Stephen Edward Velyvis focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Edward Velyvis practiced law?
Stephen Edward Velyvis has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Stephen Edward Velyvis go to law school?
Stephen Edward Velyvis earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Stephen Edward Velyvis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1998
B.A.
Ohio University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1999
California
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2001

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