Atty. Alan Nakazawa

Atty. Alan Nakazawa

Alan Nakazawa is a lawyer practicing maritime law, transportation and international law, commercial transactions and litigation and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Long Beach Long Beach 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Alan Nakazawa at a glance

Alan Nakazawa is a Partner based in Long Beach, California, practicing at Cogswell Nakazawa And Chang. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, environmental, and adr. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California U.S. (1978). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1978) and Yale University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Maritime Law Association of the United States (Proctor Member) Yale Alumni Association. Serands clients in Long Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Alan Nakazawa is a lawyer practicing maritime law, transportation and international law, commercial transactions and litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Alan received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Alan practices at Cogswell Nakazawa & Chang in Long Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Alan Nakazawa's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Long Beach 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 Alan Nakazawa

Where is Alan Nakazawa's law office located?
Alan Nakazawa's law practice is located in Long Beach, California. The firm is Cogswell Nakazawa And Chang. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan Nakazawa handle?
Alan Nakazawa focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, environmental, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Alan Nakazawa practiced law?
Alan Nakazawa has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Alan Nakazawa go to law school?
Alan Nakazawa earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Alan Nakazawa for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Alan Nakazawa received?
Alan Nakazawa's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1978
B.A.
Yale University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California U.S.
Admitted: 1978

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