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Joseph Seipel began his career in the legal field working as a law clerk at Blair Defense Criminal Lawyers in November of 2018, and he became an associate after passing the California Bar Exam in October of 2020. Over the last several years, he has gained extensive experience in both state and federal court, working cases all the way from pre-file investigations to jury trials.
Mr. Seipel has successfully prevented charges from being filed in numerous cases, and he has obtained dismissals or charge reductions at various stages of the criminal process, including after contested preliminary hearings. He has obtained restraining orders on behalf of petitioners, while also successfully defending restraining orders on behalf of respondents. He has been heavily involved in state court appeals on life-top cases, petitions to the Supreme Court of California, Petitions for Writs of Mandate, Motions to Suppress Evidence, and Petitions for Habeas Corpus, both at the state and federal level. He also has obtained favorable settlements for those injured in accidents in both California and Hawaii.
In addition to his ongoing work with Blair Defense Criminal Lawyers, Mr. Seipel has developed close working relationships with a number of prominent criminal defense and personal injury attorneys in San Diego, working “of-counsel” to assist them with research, writing, trial preparation, negotiations, depositions, and court hearings. Mr. Seipel utilizes these working relationships with some of San Diego’s most experienced and well respected attorneys to excel in his own practice and maximize his efficacy for both his criminal and civil clients.
Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Mr. Seipel pursued his undergraduate degree at Bowling Green State University on a full-ride scholarship as an Alumni Laureate Scholar, where he worked as an assistant to a successful author and tenured professor of Critical Thinking. After graduating magna cum laude in 2016, he headed west to attend the University of San Diego School of Law on a Dean’s Honors Scholarship. While at USD, he competed in national mock trial competitions, worked as a research assistant for a constitutional law scholar, and was awarded the Virginia C. Nelson Graduation Prize in Advanced Advocacy. He graduated cum laude in May of 2020.
Mr. Seipel is licensed to practice law in the States of California and Hawaii, the Southern District of California, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
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State: Hawaii
Acquired: 2021
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State: California
Acquired: 2021
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Posted by Michelle | February 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommend
From start to finish, my attorney Joseph Seipel provided exceptional representation. He helped me navigate a very challenging situation with professionalism, clarity, and genuine concern. His experience and persistence made a real difference, and in the end, the justice system worked in my favor. I’m...
Posted by Samuel | September 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Joe Seipel is Exceptional!
When it comes to being the best, one name comes to mind... Joe Seipel! He came in like Atlas himself and took the weight I was caring and carried it with me. He is an exceptional attorney. He not only excels in his profession but is compassionate, sympathetic and cares about the people he represents...
Posted by Cristina | September 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Work Ethic
Mr. Seipel effectively managed a complex restraining order case for me & successfully prevented false criminal charges despite multiple unfounded allegations toward me. His effective communication with the City Attorney & skilled court performance were crucial to achieving a positive outcome. I am gr...
Posted by Brandon | December 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
10 out of 10! Would recommend!
I had never been in trouble with the law before. In fact, I have worked many years in the criminal justice system. A few weeks ago, I was arrested on some accusations that were completely made up and utterly false. After speaking with many law firms around San Diego I was recommended to the law firm ...
Posted by Eric | August 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
This guy’s GOT IT!
Joe was awesome! Thank you guys so much for representing me! You guys are good and Joe has got what it takes to be successful in his field. Joseph was organized, prepared, articulate and precise, not to mention sharply dressed! It was impressive to see how effortlessly he was able to switch gears d...
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2018 - Present
Associate, Blair Defense Criminal Lawyers
2024 - Present
California DUI Lawyers Association
2024 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
2020
JD
2016
BS
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