Atty. Matthew E Karanian

Atty. Matthew E Karanian

Matthew E Karanian is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate planning. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Bucknell Univ. in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Pasadena Pasadena 39 J. Erfahrung 39 year
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About Matthew E Karanian at a glance

Matthew E Karanian is a estate planning and litigation attorney based in Pasadena, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in CT (1987), CA and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1988), California (1988), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1989). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, Univ. of the Pacific (J.D., 1987) and Bucknell Univ. (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Matthew E Karanian is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate planning
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Bucknell Univ. in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Matthew practices in Pasadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew E Karanian's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew E Karanian handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pasadena are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew E Karanian

Where is Matthew E Karanian's law office located?
Matthew E Karanian's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew E Karanian handle?
Matthew E Karanian focuses on estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew E Karanian practiced law?
Matthew E Karanian has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Matthew E Karanian go to law school?
Matthew E Karanian earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
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Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, Univ. of the Pacific
- 1987
B.A.
Bucknell Univ.
- 1982

Bar Admissions

CT
Admitted: 1987
CA and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1988
California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1989

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