Who is Farley S. Tolpen

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Lawyer, Advocate, Giants fan!

Farley S. Tolpen is a San Francisco Bay Area based Lawyer who assists individuals and businesses with personal injury, civil litigation, real estate law, business setup, arbitration and mediation.

Mom's Wisdom

His career choice was influenced by his mom, who, when he told her he wanted to be president, said, "You have to be a lawyer first."

Farley Tolpen, the person. 

Farley S. Tolpen is one of those rare individuals who knew from childhood what he wanted to be when he grew up: a lawyer. His role models? Characters on the '60s TV show, "The Bold Ones." Hal Holbrook, who played a senator and former lawyer; and Burl Ives who played a lawyer, both impressed the young Farley.

After graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a BA in History and Political Science, Farley headed to the Bay Area where he earned his JD from the San Francisco Law School.

The Law Offices of Farley S. Tolpen opened its doors in 1985. With more than 20 years experience in San Francisco Bay Area civil litigation, business arbitration and mediation, you can trust Farley to take good care of your interests.

"We're always thinking about the solution before we even get to the problem."

Farley Tolpen, the lawyer. 

"Lawyers don't like to listen," says Farley. "We're always thinking about the solution before we even get to the problem." But Farley takes a different approach. He listens to what the client has to say, repeats what he's heard, and then gives his recommendation.

Most of his first time consultations take place on the phone. "Seven times out of 10 people don't need any further help. I can advise them and they don't need a lawyer," he says. If it's something as simple as having a problem with a neighbor, he refers them to free mediations with Marin Community Services.

A lawyer, according to Blacks Law Dictionary, is "a person learned in the law; as an attorney, counsel or solicitor; a person licensed to practice law."Henry Campbell Black, Black's Law Dictionary, 5th ed. (St. Paul: West Publishing Co., 1979), 799. Law is the system of rules of conduct established by the sovereign government of a society to correct wrongs, maintain stability, and deliver justice. Working as a lawyer involves the practical application of abstract legal theories and knowledge to solve specific individualized problems, or to advance the interests of those who retain (i.e., hire)...

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Farley S. Tolpen Legal Services 

At times like these, you want Farley Tolpen in your corner

Farley and his staff advise and represent Bay Area residents and business owners and help advise and settle legal issues in the following areas:
Estate Planning
An estate plan, including a will, is necessary for anyone who owns property of value.
Probate/Estate Administration
Estate administration is the process of maintaining and distributing assets after someone dies.
Personal Injury
If you suffer an injury, you may need to take legal action to get proper compensation.
Family Law
Family law matters can involve dissolution of a marriage, legal separation, child custody and visitation issues, child and spousal support and property issues.
Contracts
An attorney looks out for your best interests throughout the entire contract process and makes sure the contract meets the intentions of the signing parties.
Business Disputes
Business disputes occur for all kinds of reasons, usually when companies disagree over the terms of a contract they have entered into. A business dispute can also erupt over billing issues, property matters or other disagreements.
Landlord - Tenant Issues
A real estate attorney will help you identify the law that applies to your landlord-tenant relationship and guide you to a beneficial result.
Real Estate Law
Before making or accepting an offer regarding a piece of commercial real estate, or deciding to lease a property, it's smart to consult a real estate attorney who will look out for your best interests during the negotiation process.
Guardianships - Conservatorships
An attorney navigates the complicated legal procedures involved in establishing a guardianship or conservatorship and will protect the best interests of all those affected.

The Law Offices of Farley S. Tolpen 

Contact info & directions to our office locations

Our general law practice can support you on a wide range of legal matters. Call us with your questions or to schedule an appointment at our San Francisco or Mill Valley office.

Mill Valley Office
339 Lowell Avenue
Mill Valley, California 94941

Phone: 415.389.8819

San Francisco Office
1390 Market St., Ste. 228
San Francisco, CA 94102

Phone: 415.289.8725

E-mail: info [at] farleytolpenlaw.com
Web site: www.FarleyTolpenLaw.com
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Farley, the Giant's Fan. 

Farley is a San Francisco Giants season ticket holder. What's up, Giants?

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Farley's Community Involvement 

Farley likes to help people. That's why he became a lawyer and why he likes to give back to the community. He volunteers as a mediation judge on behalf of the court in San Francisco and has volunteered as a small claims judge. Farley is also a member or participant in the following organizations:

  • Board of Directors, Ritter Center, a nonprofit serving homeless and low income clients

  • San Francisco County Bar Association

  • Board of Directors, Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce

  • Consumer Attorneys Group

  • San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association

  • Sierra Club

  • Planned Parenthood

  • ACLU


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    ShortSaleRealtor wrote...

    great lens 5 stars 4 u

    ReplyPosted March 18, 2008

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    kahlbo wrote...

    Farley Tolpen you are a very likeable lawyer with a conscience and a sense of humor.

    ReplyPosted March 05, 2008