Joel Brand

Joel Brand

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 8 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

447 Sutter St., #405-578, San Francisco, CA

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DUI and DWI 100%

San Francisco Bay Area DUI lawyer. Facing a DUI charge can be a stressful experience, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m here to help.

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 7 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2018

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 8 years

State: California

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Joel Brand

447 Sutter St., #405-578, San Francisco, CA, 94108

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Posted by William | July 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI lawyer who offers solid, no-nonsense advice

I recently had a DUI scare with a BAC of 0.06, and I reached out to Joel Brand for a free consultation. From the start, Joel provided clear and practical advice about my situation. He explained the legal process, potential outcomes, and my options moving forward. His knowledge and straightforward app...roach were very reassuring. Joel's insight into negotiating a plea with the DA and handling the DMV hearing convinced me that he was the right attorney for the job. While I haven’t gone through the full process yet, I’m confident in his abilities and look forward to working with him. If you need a DUI lawyer who offers solid, no-nonsense advice, Joel Brand is a good choice.

Posted by William | July 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI lawyer who offers solid, no-nonsense advice

I recently had a DUI scare with a BAC of 0.06, and I reached out to Joel Brand for a free consultation. From the start, Joel provided clear and practical advice about my situation. He explained the legal process, potential outcomes, and my options moving forward. His knowledge and straightforward app...roach were very reassuring. Joel's insight into negotiating a plea with the DA and handling the DMV hearing convinced me that he was the right attorney for the job. While I haven’t gone through the full process yet, I’m confident in his abilities and look forward to working with him. If you need a DUI lawyer who offers solid, no-nonsense advice, Joel Brand is a good choice.

Posted by Mary | July 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great DUI Attorney

I recently found myself facing a DUI charge and reached out to Joel Brand for guidance. Despite not hiring him for the full case, Joel offered a free consultation that was incredibly helpful. During our initial meeting, he provided a thorough overview of what to expect, breaking down the legal proces...s and potential outcomes in a way that was easy to understand. Joel's advice during our consultation was practical and reassuring. He outlined the steps I needed to take immediately, such as preserving evidence and considering alcohol education programs, which gave me a sense of direction in a very confusing time. His knowledge and clear communication helped me feel more prepared to handle the situation. Even though I didn't retain Joel for my entire case, his initial counseling gave me a solid foundation to move forward. I appreciated his professionalism and willingness to assist even during a free consultation. If you need initial advice on a DUI charge, Joel Brand is definitely worth consulting for his expertise and straightforward approach.

Posted by Mary | July 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great DUI Attorney

I recently found myself facing a DUI charge and reached out to Joel Brand for guidance. Despite not hiring him for the full case, Joel offered a free consultation that was incredibly helpful. During our initial meeting, he provided a thorough overview of what to expect, breaking down the legal proces...s and potential outcomes in a way that was easy to understand. Joel's advice during our consultation was practical and reassuring. He outlined the steps I needed to take immediately, such as preserving evidence and considering alcohol education programs, which gave me a sense of direction in a very confusing time. His knowledge and clear communication helped me feel more prepared to handle the situation. Even though I didn't retain Joel for my entire case, his initial counseling gave me a solid foundation to move forward. I appreciated his professionalism and willingness to assist even during a free consultation. If you need initial advice on a DUI charge, Joel Brand is definitely worth consulting for his expertise and straightforward approach.

Posted by Donny | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Top DUI Lawyer in the Bay Area

First-class service. I would give Mr. Brand a 10 on the 1 to 10. What a fountain of information he is. He has in-depth knowledge of all the California laws, and a very strategic mindset. I spoke on the phone with him at 7pm at night, and we chatted for nearly an hour. I was terrified about my si...tuation. His compassionate and knowledgeable approach made a huge difference in my mindset. One tip. He will ask some very detailed questions about the incident, as well as your past history, so have your paperwork with you during the call. We ended up taking a break, I found the docs and texted him photos. Then we continued the call. In terms of price, his quotation was honest and fair. I would highly recommend him if you are in need of professional help with a DUI.

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Associations

2020 - Present

UC Hastings Legacy Society

Donor/Member

Education

2023

NYU Law School

LLM (post-JD degree)

2017

UC Hastings Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

UC Berkeley

Computer Science & Economics

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