Atty. Stephen Joseph Valen

Atty. Stephen Joseph Valen

Stephen Joseph Valen is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, products liability, mass torts and 6 other areas of law. Stephen received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Oakland Oakland 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Joseph Valen at a glance

Stephen Joseph Valen is a Secretary of Delegation based in Oakland, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, class action, and product liability. Admitted to practice in California (inactive) (1990) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1989) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen Joseph Valen is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, products liability, mass torts and 6 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Stephen practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Joseph Valen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Joseph Valen 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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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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Class Action

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Product Liability

Stephen Joseph Valen is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Oakland 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 Valen

Where is Stephen Joseph Valen's law office located?
Stephen Joseph Valen's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Joseph Valen handle?
Stephen Joseph Valen focuses on personal injury, employment, business, class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Joseph Valen practiced law?
Stephen Joseph Valen has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Stephen Joseph Valen go to law school?
Stephen Joseph Valen earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.B., 1986).
How can I contact Stephen Joseph Valen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Joseph Valen received?
Stephen Joseph Valen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1989
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (inactive)
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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