Atty. Stephen Jay Kessler

Atty. Stephen Jay Kessler

Mr. Stephen Jay Kessler is a lawyer practicing litigation, banking law, corporate law.

Tustin Tustin 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (657) 553-3149

Profile Summary

About Stephen Jay Kessler at a glance

Stephen Jay Kessler is a FDIC Legal Div. based in Tustin, California. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1978) and District of Columbia (1984). Educated at New College of California (J.D., 1978) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1973). Serves clients in Tustin, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Stephen Jay Kessler is a lawyer practicing litigation, banking law, corporate law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Stephen practices in Tustin, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Jay Kessler's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 Tustin 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 Jay Kessler

Where is Stephen Jay Kessler's law office located?
Stephen Jay Kessler's law practice is located in Tustin, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Jay Kessler handle?
Stephen Jay Kessler focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Jay Kessler practiced law?
Stephen Jay Kessler has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Stephen Jay Kessler go to law school?
Stephen Jay Kessler earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1973).
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Education

J.D.
New College of California
- 1978
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1973

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984

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