Atty. Steven Eric Kaftal

Atty. Steven Eric Kaftal

Steven Eric Kaftal is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, litigation and 1 other area of law. Steven received a degree from Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 19 years.

San Diego San Diego 19 yrs experience 19 year
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About Steven Eric Kaftal at a glance

Steven Eric Kaftal is a criminal defense, estate planning, and litigation attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in California (2007). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law law (—) and Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA (—). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steven Eric Kaftal is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Steven received a degree from Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Steven practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Eric Kaftal's Areas of Practice

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

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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Diego 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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Where is Steven Eric Kaftal's law office located?
Steven Eric Kaftal's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Eric Kaftal handle?
Steven Eric Kaftal focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Steven Eric Kaftal practiced law?
Steven Eric Kaftal has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
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Education

Thomas Jefferson School of Law law
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Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2007

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