Atty. Stephen P. Brunner

Atty. Stephen P. Brunner

Faculty Member and Instructor, National Institute for Trial Advocacy, 2006-present; Master of the Bench, University of San Francisco School of Law Inn of Court, 2013 and 2014; Member, Bankruptcy Dispute Resolution Panel, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California, 1995-2005.

San Francisco San Francisco 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen P. Brunner at a glance

Stephen P. Brunner is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Stephen P. Brunner, Attorney at Law. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at University of San Francisco J.D. (—) and University of Texas, El Paso B.S. Clardy-Fox Fellow (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco Los Angeles County and American. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Faculty Member and Instructor, National Institute for Trial Advocacy, 2006-present
  • Master of the Bench, University of San Francisco School of Law Inn of Court, 2013 and 2014
  • Member, Bankruptcy Dispute Resolution Panel, U.S
  • Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California, 1995-2005

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen P. Brunner's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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

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Real Estate 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 San Francisco 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 P. Brunner

Where is Stephen P. Brunner's law office located?
Stephen P. Brunner's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Stephen P. Brunner, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen P. Brunner handle?
Stephen P. Brunner focuses on trusts, probate, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen P. Brunner practiced law?
Stephen P. Brunner has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Stephen P. Brunner go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen P. Brunner received?
Stephen P. Brunner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of San Francisco J.D.
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University of Texas, El Paso B.S. Clardy-Fox Fellow
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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