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James Justin Steinle

3.7
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Business, Contracts & Agreements, Employment & Labor

101 Natoma St., 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 17 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2009

Bar Exam

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James J. Steinle

101 Natoma St., 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94105

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James Justin Steinle's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2015 | Marriage & Prenuptials

Extremely Unrofessional

James Steinle, ruined my wedding day! My biggest regret is having him review my prenup. His poor work ethics cost me a day I had planned for a year. He twisted a simple case and left us with no choice than to delay a 250 guest wedding ceremony! I wish I could take back time and never set foot in hi...s office!

Posted by Paul | November 17, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommended for divorce

I went through a three-year, contentious divorce. I was constantly being served with requests for documentation, etc. that had been filed many times before. I was going broke and getting no closer to closure. That is, until I switched to James Steinle. James took a very serious, professional appr...oach to my situation. He worked incessantly for me, keeping my needs and wishes in mind throughout. I always felt I had a personal advocate throughout the proceedings. He ultimately got me a very fair settlement, avoiding the final expenses of a draw-out final appearance. I trust James implicitly. He was thoroughly knowledgeable, kept focus, kept me informed, helped me understand, and took a strong professional interest in my case. You'd be hard pressed to find a better representative in the Bay Area.

Posted by David | November 29, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great lawyer, great results

I contracted James for two interrelated civil cases in 2013 (one as defendant, one as plaintiff). In both cases James performed amazingly and we prevailed in both (the first through court ordered dismissal and the second through a highly beneficial settlement just before trial). I will definitely... be using James' services in the future for the following reasons: a) Tactically he is very sharp and understands my needs and goals. He is able to use his wealth of experience to craft a road map for case success. b) James has an excellent court presence and handles himself with dignity and class. In our first case (which went to trial), James had an amazing style and presence in court and was able to have the case dismissed before we even put on our defense. I have pretty high standards and James was nothing short of amazing in his presentation, respectful communication with the judge, and probing questions to the plaintiff's witnesses. c) James is an all-around fun guy to be around and, if I have to spend months and risk money on an attorney, I'd prefer it be him. :) In short, I am very satisfied with the services that I received from James. In both of my cases, one of my main sources of confidence was in knowing that my attorney was head-and-shoulders above those on the other side.

Posted by Helen | October 18, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommend

I met lawyer James Steinle about three years ago. When we talked, I know that he is a very good lawyer. I got into a divorce last year and James was my represent lawyer. It was a complicated case but he handled it very well and smoothly which kept me from a lot of headache, stressful and also s...aved me a lot of time and money ! James also gave me a lot of good advice therefore my life has been a lot better. Thanks a lot James. Very highly recommended !

Posted by Matt | October 16, 2012 | Debt Collection

James Steinle is a great lawyer and an even better human being (read my review, no one does what James does)

I highly recommend James Steinle. I had James look over and respond to some legal matters I had with some creditors. I was impressed with how much he knew about what we can do and how we can respond to and win the actions set against me. Not only that but he got all my responses done quickly and ...ANY TIME I had a question he got back to me with in 24 hours, most the time it was the same day. On top of all this he really cared and took the time to make sure I understood everything. As an example: I had to stop by his office to drop off some paper work to be copied and while I was waiting for the copies James came through the front door, I'm guessing he just got back from lunch. He said hi and made sure I was being taken care of. I mentioned I had a question and would email him later. He asked what the question was and sat down with me right then and there and walked me through the answer to my question. I'll be a client of James Steinle for life.

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Nicholas Heimlich

Family lawyer | Aug 21

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"James is a straight talker and works hard for his clients. James is very familiar with family law and how the cases are treated in the bay area. I endorse James."

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Rory Coetzee

Family lawyer | Jan 12

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"I endorse this lawyer. James is a highly capable and competent attorney who will serve your interests well!"

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David Luca

Family lawyer | Dec 07

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Jensen

Family lawyer | Dec 06

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"James is an experienced family law attorney. He's a good guy to have on your side."

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Carla Roden

Unknown lawyer | Jul 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Rudy

Family lawyer | Jul 01

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"James is a professional and knowledgeable attorney with a broad base of practice, a skill set in short supply. I have worked with and against James over a number of years and have always come away impressed. I do not hesitate to recommend and endorse James Steinle."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Emery Academic Scholarship,

Associations

State Bar of California

Member

Federalist Society Chapter

Founding Member

Santa Clara County Bar Association

Member

San Francisco Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

Santa Clara University

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Santa Clara University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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