Justine Kowinciden Durrell, Personal Injury Attorney in Sausalito, California
Over 37 years of legal practice
MemberatDurrell Law
Sausalito, CA
Practicing personal injury in Sausalito since 1989.
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Justine Kowinciden Durrell is a member based in Sausalito, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Justine has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durrell Law.
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- over 37 years
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- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Sausalito, CA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Justine Kowinciden Durrell: Justine Kowinciden Durrell is a member based in Sausalito, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Justine has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durrell Law.
Areas of practice
Justine's practice areas in Sausalito
Justine concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Justine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Sausalito, California
Justine takes personal injury matters in Sausalito, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Justine agrees to represent you.
Biography
Justine Kowinciden Durrell, personal injury attorney serving Sausalito
Justine Kowinciden Durrell is a member based in Sausalito, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Justine has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durrell Law. Justine works from Sausalito, California and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Justine Kowinciden Durrell is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, biotechnology torts, personal injury. Justine received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1969, and has been licensed for 37 years. Justine practices at Durrell Law in Sausalito, CA.
How Justine handles personal injury matters
Justine Kowinciden Durrell is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, biotechnology torts, personal injury. Justine received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1969, and has been licensed for 37 years. Justine practices at Durrell Law in Sausalito, CA.
Who Justine represents
Justine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Sausalito and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Justine studied and practices
Law Office Study through California State Bar
J.D. · 1989
University of Colorado at Boulder
B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Justine's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1990 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
California
1989 · ACTIVE
Justine studied at J.D. in Law Office Study through California State Bar and B.A. in University of Colorado at Boulder.
Law school and academic background
Justine completed J.D. in Law Office Study through California State Bar and B.A. in University of Colorado at Boulder. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Justine runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Justine's professional memberships and bar associations
San Francisco Bar Association San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (Board of Directors, 1996-2000 Chair, Women's Caucus, 1998-2000) Consumer Attorneys of California American Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations
Justine Kowinciden Durrell's office in Sausalito
Justine's primary office is at 2320 Marinship Way, Ste. 116, Sausalito, CA, 94965. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Justine Kowinciden Durrell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Justine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Justine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justine's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Justine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Sausalito, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Justine
Justine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Justine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Justine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Justine Kowinciden Durrell
How much does it cost to hire Justine for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Justine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Justine offer a free consultation?
Justine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justine's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Justine's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in California typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Justine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Justine take my case if I'm outside Sausalito?
Justine is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Justine will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Justine?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Justine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Justine accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Justine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Sausalito, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Justine handles personal injury matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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