Atty. Stephen Shaiken

Atty. Stephen Shaiken

Stephen Shaiken is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, trial practice and 5 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Queens College in 1970, and has been licensed for 48 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Shaiken at a glance

Stephen Shaiken is a Member based in San Francisco, California. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, immigration, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1978), and California (1979). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1977) and Queens College (B.A., 1970). Active member of State Bar of California New York State Bar Associations America Immigration Lawyers Association Northern California Criminal Trial Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Shaiken is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, trial practice and 5 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Queens College in 1970, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Stephen practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Shaiken's Areas of Practice

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

Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Immigration Law

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White Collar Crimes

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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 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 Shaiken

Where is Stephen Shaiken's law office located?
Stephen Shaiken's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Shaiken handle?
Stephen Shaiken focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, immigration, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Shaiken practiced law?
Stephen Shaiken has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Stephen Shaiken go to law school?
Stephen Shaiken earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Stephen Shaiken for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1977
B.A.
Queens College
- 1970

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1978
California
Admitted: 1979
Florida
Admitted: 2019

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