About Steven S.
Steven S. Levine trained in two related but distinct ways. He began with politics and public affairs, earning a B.A. in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles. He then returned to the UC system for an MBA at UC Davis, and completed a J.D. at the University of California, Davis, School of Law. The mix of political science, business and law shaped how he approaches problems: careful about context, alert to practical constraints, and methodical about documentation.
His time at UC Davis School of Law came at a moment when many law schools were emphasizing the intersection of business and regulation. He absorbed those currents. Coursework and clinic work gave him exposure to corporate governance issues, contract work and regulatory frameworks. Those experiences helped set the stage for the next step of his professional life.
Levine has been associated with Fenwick & West LLP. At that firm he worked alongside colleagues who handle a range of business and technology matters. The environment at Fenwick is collaborative and transaction-oriented, and his background in both law and business fit naturally there. Colleagues and clients relied on him for careful drafting and firm legal groundwork rather than headline litigation appearances.
Over the course of his career, Levine has brought together his academic training and practical experience. He favors clear writing and disciplined analysis. He has explained complex legal points in straightforward terms to in-house teams and outside counsel. His MBA informs his discussions about business risk and organizational priorities. His political science background provides a broader sense of institutional incentives and public policy considerations.
Levine is admitted to practice in California and has built a practice based in that jurisdiction. He maintains the professional judgment expected of a lawyer advising on business-related matters. He works in private practice and continues his association with Fenwick & West LLP. He currently practices law in California at Fenwick & West LLP.
