Joel Gary Selik
Selik Law Offices | Selik Law Offices - California & Nevada • San Diego, CA
Debt CollectionMedical MalpracticePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
joel@seliklaw.com
Phone
(760) 891-5767
Website
Address
100 East San Marcos Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92069, US
Professional
About
Joel Gary Selik is an accomplished attorney based in San Diego, California, with over 40 years of experience in the legal field. As the founder of Selik Law Offices, he specializes in debt collection, ethics and professional responsibility, and medical malpractice, serving clients throughout California and Nevada. Recognized as a Legal Malpractice Certified Specialist, Joel is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in judgment collection and legal malpractice cases. His extensive experience has made him a sought-after arbitrator and mediator for attorney fee disputes and various civil matters, as well as a Legal Malpractice Expert Witness. In addition to his legal practice, Joel is deeply involved in the legal community. He serves as the Chairman of the State Bar of Nevada's Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility, where he plays a crucial role in shaping ethical standards within the profession. He also contributes his expertise as the Ethics Column Editor for the legal journal Trial Bar News, offering insights and guidance on ethical practices for attorneys. Outside of his professional commitments, Joel enjoys quality time with his family, including his wife, children, and grandchildren. He is also a proud pet owner, sharing his home with dogs and a spirited 31-year-old cockatoo named Dave. Joel's passion for law and commitment to ethical practices make him a respected figure in the legal landscape of California and Nevada.
About Debt Collection Law
Debt collection attorneys help creditors recover outstanding debts and represent consumers facing collection actions. They navigate collection laws and procedures. Common matters include debt recovery, collection defense, fair debt collection act, garnishment.
Credentials
Education
1993 University of San Diego Ll.M. 1984 Golden Gate University JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2023 2022 Pro Bono Champion of Justice-Center Partnership Award, Nevada Legal Services 2021 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2020 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2019 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2018 Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Nevada Legal Services
Publications
2023 State Bar of Nevada Nevada Lawyer Cybersecurity Tools & Techniques: How to Meet Your Ethical Obligations 2015 Bar Association North San Diego County Civility in the Practice of Law 2015 Bar Association North San Diego County Civility in the Practice of Law 2015 LAWYER; Bar Association North San Diego County Civility in the Practice of Law 2006 North County Lawyer Magazine If You're Going to Trial You Must Do a Focus Group
Associations
2023 - Present State Bar of Nevada Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsiblity Member 2013 - Present Nevada Justice Association Member 2013 - Present Nevada Trial Lawyers Association Member 2000 - Present Consumer Attorneys of San Diego Member 1990 - Present San Diego North County Bar Association Member
Speaking
2024 Strategies for Dynamic Cross-Examination in Medical Malpractice Cases: Opening the door to effective legal tactics Ethical Dos & Donts 2023 News Report Attorney Joel Selik interviewed on New Medical Malpractice Laws in Nevada 2016 BANSDC Specialized Credits Annual Bias in Trial, Voir Dire to Closing 2015 North County Bar Association Ethics and Honesty in the Practice of Law N/A Annual Ethics Seminar Civility Ethics & the Practice of Law
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Updated: Aug 11, 2026