Atty. William Stanley Brunsten

Atty. William Stanley Brunsten

William Stanley Brunsten is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & financial restructuring, class actions, distressed asset and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About William Stanley Brunsten at a glance

William Stanley Brunsten is a Senior Counsel, Financial Services, Real Estate, Litigation based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, class action, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1974). Educated at University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Membership Activities Admitted to practice in California and Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Stanley Brunsten is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & financial restructuring, class actions, distressed asset and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Stanley Brunsten's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Stanley Brunsten 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Class Action

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Estate & Trust Litigation

William Stanley Brunsten is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in California →

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 Los Angeles 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 William Stanley Brunsten

Where is William Stanley Brunsten's law office located?
William Stanley Brunsten's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Stanley Brunsten handle?
William Stanley Brunsten focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, class action, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Stanley Brunsten practiced law?
William Stanley Brunsten has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William Stanley Brunsten go to law school?
William Stanley Brunsten earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact William Stanley Brunsten for a consultation?
You can contact William Stanley Brunsten 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 William Stanley Brunsten received?
William Stanley Brunsten's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974

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