Atty. Steven Lee Edwards

Atty. Steven Lee Edwards

Steven Lee Edwards is a lawyer practicing distressed asset, hospitality, real estate and 1 other area of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Lehigh University, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Lee Edwards at a glance

Steven Lee Edwards is a Partner, Real Estate & Land Use based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at New York University School of Law J.D. 1973 Root-Tilden Scholar New York University School of Law J.D. Law Review (—) and Lehigh University B.A. with high honors Lehigh University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steven Lee Edwards is a lawyer practicing distressed asset, hospitality, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Lehigh University, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Steven practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Lee Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Costa Mesa 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

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Where is Steven Lee Edwards's law office located?
Steven Lee Edwards's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Lee Edwards handle?
Steven Lee Edwards focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Steven Lee Edwards practiced law?
Steven Lee Edwards has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
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What awards or recognition has Steven Lee Edwards received?
Steven Lee Edwards's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

New York University School of Law J.D. 1973 Root-Tilden Scholar New York University School of Law J.D. Law Review
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Lehigh University B.A. with high honors Lehigh University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973

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