Denise M. Kerner

Denise M. Kerner is a Professor of Law at San Joaquin College of Law (SJCL), where she has been a full-time faculty member since 1990. She teaches courses such as Civil Procedure I & II, Community Property, and Professional Responsibility. Prior to academia, she served as a Deputy Fresno City Attorney (1985–1989), drafting contracts for city departments, and as a Research Attorney for the Fifth District Court of Appeal (1983–1985).

Education:

• J.D., San Joaquin College of Law
• M.A., California State University, Fresno
• B.A., California State University, Fresno

Research & Professional Interests: Her expertise spans civil procedure, community property law, legal ethics, and contract law, reflecting her practical experience in municipal contracting and appellate research. She contributes to SJCL’s academic and community initiatives, including involvement with the New American Legal Clinic (NALC).

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advising records are noted in the provided text. Her professional focus remains on teaching and institutional service.

Labs/Teams: Associated with SJCL’s New American Legal Clinic, though specific roles beyond her faculty position are not detailed here.