Joshua R. Bourne

Law Office of Joshua R. Bourne

22 years of experience

California

Mr. Bourne is a former San Diego criminal prosecutor who prosecuted various criminal offenses and also worked in the domestic violence unit (Family Justice Center) of the San Diego City Attorney’s Office. After working for the San Diego City Attorney’s office, Mr. Bourne joined a civil litigation firm where he gained extensive experience in various matters including corporate and partnership law and marital dissolution. This experience includes pre-trial discovery, valuation of community and corporate assets, and various legal motion and pleading work.

Mr. Bourne also devotes substantial time as conflict counsel. He represents indigent defendants who cannot afford an attorney in criminal matters.

Mr. Bourne is eligible to practice law in all state courts in the state of California, as well as the United States District Court, Southern District of California.

Juvenile Law
DUI & DWI
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father’s Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Video Conferencing FaceTime Skype Zoom Microsoft Teams
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
California
Since 2002
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Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written

Attorney
Law Office of Joshua R. Bourne
2006 –

Current

Deputy City Attorney
San Diego City Attorney
2002 –

2004

Post Bar Law Clerk
San Diego District Attorney’s Office

2002

University of California, Davis, School of Law
J.D. (2002)
Honors: Traynor Moot Court State Championship; Witken Award, Criminal Law
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Tufts University
B.A. (1996)
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10.0 Superb Rating
Avvo
2023
5.0/5.0 Peer Reviewed
Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Client Champion – SILVER
Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Best Divorce Lawyers in El Cajon
Expertise.com
2023
Elite Lawyer in DUI
Elite Lawyer
2023
2020-2023

Client’s Choice Award
Avvo
2022
2019, 2021

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member
Current
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South Bay Bar Association

Member
2020 –
Current
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Criminal Defense Bar Association (CDBA)

Member
2011 –
Current
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Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Club (CDLC)

Member
2011 –
Current
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California DUI Lawyers Association

Member
2010 –
Current
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San Diego County Bar Association

Member
2003 –
Current
Activities: Family Law Section
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California State Bar

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Member
2002 –
Current
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Articles & Publications
A Brief History of Domestic Violence
Medium.com
2020
Domestic Violence Allegations Lead to More Child Support
Medium.com
2020
Grab the Cell Phone Go to Jail
Medium.com
2020
How to Lose Your Second Amendment Right and Your Kids
Medium.com
2020
Uber, Lyft, Self Driving Cars, and the Extinction of the DUI
Medium.com
2020

The Best Interest of the Child – A Quick Guide to Reclaiming Your Parental Rights
The Law Office of Joshua R. Bourne
2014

Websites & Blogs

Website
Joshua R. Bourne’s Website Profile
Website
Law Office of Joshua R. Bourne Website

Law Office of Joshua R. Bourne
San Diego Office
185 F St, #100
San Diego, CA 92101
US
Telephone: (619) 238-8242
Fax: (619) 238-8282
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM (Today)
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Free Consultation
Joshua R. Bourne

(619) 238-8242