Atty. William M Balin
William M Balin is a lawyer practicing civil practice, appellate practice, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.
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William M Balin is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Balin & Kotler, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1973) and Oberlin College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California American Bar Association California Appellate Defense Counsel. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William M Balin is a lawyer practicing civil practice, appellate practice, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law
- William received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
- William practices at Balin & Kotler, LLP in San Francisco, CA
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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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