Atty. Steven Sheriff Abern

Atty. Steven Sheriff Abern

Steven Sheriff Abern is a lawyer practicing personal injury, landlord and tenant law, construction defect and 3 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1979, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Oakland Oakland 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Sheriff Abern at a glance

Steven Sheriff Abern is a Partner based in Oakland, California, practicing at Haapala, Thompson & Abern LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, construction, slip & fall, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alameda County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Sheriff Abern is a lawyer practicing personal injury, landlord and tenant law, construction defect and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1979, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Steven practices at Haapala, Thompson & Abern LLP in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Sheriff Abern's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Steven Sheriff Abern is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

Steven Sheriff Abern is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Construction Law

Steven Sheriff Abern is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Steven Sheriff Abern is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

Steven Sheriff Abern is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Oakland 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 Steven Sheriff Abern

Where is Steven Sheriff Abern's law office located?
Steven Sheriff Abern's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Haapala, Thompson & Abern LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Sheriff Abern handle?
Steven Sheriff Abern focuses on personal injury, real estate, construction, slip & fall, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Steven Sheriff Abern practiced law?
Steven Sheriff Abern has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Steven Sheriff Abern go to law school?
Steven Sheriff Abern earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Steven Sheriff Abern for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Sheriff Abern directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steven Sheriff Abern received?
Steven Sheriff Abern's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Grinnell College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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