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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 Bill | May 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exceptional response time and results
Without getting to detailed about my case, I am a multi offender and was looking at serious jail time. Joe was on top of everything as far as keeping me updated and responding to my calls. My case was finished and I was able to walk away very lucky without jail time and a chance to start fresh. I am...
Posted by David | January 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
THIS MAN IS A PROFESSIONAL
Attorney Seipel worked on a DUI expungement case that was difficult to pass due to the short duration since the end of my probation period. With his coaching and advice, we were able to present our case in a hearing and the judge granted the petition to expunge the DUI case. I would definitely recomm...
Posted by anonymous | November 05, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Exceptional Guidance
I’m incredibly grateful to Joe for recommending me to the right criminal defense attorney during a challenging situation. He took the time to understand my situation and quickly referred me to someone who could help me navigate the legal aspects of a potential domestic violence issue. Joe's insight a...
Posted by Cristina | September 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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 Brian Michael Stankowitz | June 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Joe Seipel is amazing A++++
To Whom it may concern, I Brian Michael Stankowitz with the USN NAVY; on June 12th 2024 had a DUI case with Joe Seipel, who works with Blair Defense. I had a lot of issues going to the court case and Joe Seipel was like you don't even need to be there! I was like whoa. He asked me to compile a b...
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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
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2025
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2025
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