Atty. Stephen Joseph Usoz

Atty. Stephen Joseph Usoz

Mr. Stephen Joseph Usoz is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, civil litigation.

San Jose San Jose 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Stephen Joseph Usoz at a glance

Stephen Joseph Usoz is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at Holmes and Usoz LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Cir (1997). Educated at Lincoln University (J.D., 1996) and University of California at Davis (B.S., 1977). Active member of Santa Clara County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Stephen Joseph Usoz is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, civil litigation
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of California at Davis in 1977, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Stephen practices at Holmes and Usoz LLP in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Joseph Usoz's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

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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 San Jose 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 Joseph Usoz

Where is Stephen Joseph Usoz's law office located?
Stephen Joseph Usoz's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is Holmes and Usoz LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Joseph Usoz handle?
Stephen Joseph Usoz focuses on personal injury, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Joseph Usoz practiced law?
Stephen Joseph Usoz has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Stephen Joseph Usoz go to law school?
Stephen Joseph Usoz earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Stephen Joseph Usoz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Lincoln University
- 1996
B.S.
University of California at Davis
- 1977

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Cir
Admitted: 1997

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