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There are over 2,000 crimes in the California Penal Code. Joel handles one and only one: DUI.
Joel is a fanatic about the art and science of DUI defense. Joel completed his undergraduate work at UC Berkeley and went to law school at UC Hastings. Joel went on to complete a second law degree at NYU Law School. Joel actively serves as a court-appointed counsel for indigent defendants in Contra Costa County that the Public Defender's Office is unable to defend. Joel also previously served as a volunteer assistant district attorney in San Francisco. Having experience with both the prosecution and defense of crimes provides Joel with a unique skill set to advocate aggressively for his clients. Call today for a FREE consultation if you have been arrested for DUI.
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Acquired: 2018
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Acquired: 2017
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447 Sutter St., #405, San Francisco, CA, 94108
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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...
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...
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...
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...
Posted by Lea | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Good consult
I just started searching around for a dui attorney. Just gave Mr. Brand a ring and he spent about 45 minutes chatting with me about my case. I was stopped in SF and initially it had absolutely nothing to do with drinking, but the situation escalated. I have never met an officer more dead set on be...
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2026
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020 - Present
UC Hastings Legacy SocietyDonor/Member
2023
LLM (post-JD degree)
2017
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
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