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Gregory Justin Sowder
also known as Greg Sowder
About Gregory
Biography
I’ve practiced law in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 23 years and focus my practice on Estate Planning, Probate, and General Civil Litigation. I also represent injured individuals in personal injury claims.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
25%
8 years
General Practice
25%
27 years
Personal Injury
25%
27 years
Probate
25%
8 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 27 years
State: California
Acquired: 1998
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Location
Sowder Law Firm, A Professional Corporation
1300 Clay Street, Suite 600, Oakland, CA, 94612
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Wills & Living Wills
Posted by Craig | July 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
President
Greg was hired as a defense attorney in a liability case. He was very analytical and strategic in his planning, supported us with solid communication and incite as to how the case would develop and reached a successful conclusion. We have subsequently hired him to form a family trust and will. He ...
Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Knowledgeable and friendly attorney
We contacted Greg Sowder to assist us with the preparation of our living trust and will. He was patient and explain the process and listened to our needs. He checked in with us from time to time through out the whole process. Very professional and at the same time friendly.
Posted by Peter | October 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Great estate planning attorney
Greg guided us through the process of estate planning, including a trust, will, and related documents. He worked at our pace and explained everything so that we knew what we were doing and why. He was especially accommodating for document signing and deed recording during the COVID restrictions. Ov...
Posted by Peter | July 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Knowledgeable and works at your pace
We engaged Gregory Sowder to create our living trust and will. He was very patient with all our questions and worked at our pace, which was reassuring. He has a strong grasp of various areas of law and our estate planning benefited from this board knowledge. Easy to work with and pofessional, Mr. Sow...
Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Will & Durable Power of Attorney
Greg helped my wife and I put together a will and durable power of attorney. We appreciate his knowledge, patience, and experience. He answered our long list of questions. We feel a sense of relief finally completing the documents.
Gregory Justin Sowder's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked opposite Greg on a few cases when he was a lawyer for the insurance companies, and I was always impressed with his professionalism and courtesy. He is a true gentleman and a fantastic attorney. He works hard for his client, and he always found time to return my phone calls. I'm glad that he is no representing those people who have been hurt. He will do a lot of good for those clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Greg was very professional to deal with on a case in which my clients where injured on his insured’s premises. He fought for his clients with determination and skill. I enjoyed litigating this case with him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is a consummate professional and skilled attorney. He genuinely cares about his clients - big or small - and works tirelessly to secure positive results for each of them."
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Experience
Honors
1994
American Jurisprudence Award in Constitutional Law, Golden Gate University School of Law
1994
American Jurisprudence Award in Writing and Research, Golden Gate University School of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Owner, Sowder Law Firm, A Professional Corporation
2013 - 2018
Partner, Harrington, Foxx, Dubrow & Canter, LLP
2004 - 2012
Special Counsel, Harrington, Foxx, Dubrow & Canter, LLP
2000 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Harrington, Foxx, Dubrow & Canter, LLP
Associations
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2019
National Appellate Advocacy Competition, American Bar Association's Law Student DivisionCompetition Judge February 2019 San Francisco Regionals
2016 - 2019
Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and NevadaMember
2014 - 2016
Public Agency Risk Manager AssociationAssociate Member
2013 - 2019
Trucking Industry Defense AssociationMember
Education
1996
Rutgers University School of Law - Newark
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
2015 Annual PARMA Conference
The Basics of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Public Transportation
Publications
2015
Trucking Industry Defense Association Summer Newsletter
The ADA and the Alcoholic Driver
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I get my accident claim after defendant files for bankruptcy?
06 Feb 2019
Q&A
Can my mother sue a third party that caused her accident?
06 Feb 2019
Q&A
Statute of limitations in the state of California for suing a veterinarian for reimbursement cost ?
05 Feb 2019