Atty. Steven Grant Rau

Atty. Steven Grant Rau

Steven Grant Rau is a lawyer practicing real estate development and finance, land use, agribusiness and 4 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Fresno Fresno 51 Years Experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Grant Rau at a glance

Steven Grant Rau is a business, real estate, zoning, and agriculture attorney based in Fresno, California. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1977) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fresno County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serves clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steven Grant Rau is a lawyer practicing real estate development and finance, land use, agribusiness and 4 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Steven practices in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Grant Rau's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Steven Grant Rau is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Steven Grant Rau is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

Steven Grant Rau is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Agricultural Law

Agriculture attorneys for farm operations, ag finance, land use, water rights, and agribusiness.

Steven Grant Rau is one of 4,258 agriculture attorneys indexed nationally. Browse agriculture 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 Fresno 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 venue, 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 Steven Grant Rau

Where is Steven Grant Rau's law office located?
Steven Grant Rau's law practice is located in Fresno, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Grant Rau handle?
Steven Grant Rau focuses on business, real estate, zoning, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Steven Grant Rau practiced law?
Steven Grant Rau has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Steven Grant Rau go to law school?
Steven Grant Rau earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1977); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Steven Grant Rau for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven Grant Rau received?
Steven Grant Rau's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1977
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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