Atty. Alexander James Doherty

Atty. Alexander James Doherty

Alexander James Doherty is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex commercial litigation. Alexander received a B.A. degree from City University of New York, Hunter College in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Alexander James Doherty at a glance

Alexander James Doherty is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2008), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2008), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2008). Educated at University of California, Berkeley School of Law - Boalt Hall (J.D. University, 2008) and City University of New York, Hunter College (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Alexander James Doherty is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex commercial litigation
  • Alexander received a B.A. degree from City University of New York, Hunter College in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Alexander practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Alexander James Doherty's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Los Angeles 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 Alexander James Doherty

Where is Alexander James Doherty's law office located?
Alexander James Doherty's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alexander James Doherty handle?
Alexander James Doherty focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Alexander James Doherty practiced law?
Alexander James Doherty has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Alexander James Doherty go to law school?
Alexander James Doherty earned their education at (J.D. University, 2008); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Alexander James Doherty for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. University
University of California, Berkeley School of Law - Boalt Hall
- 2008
B.A.
City University of New York, Hunter College
- 2001

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2008
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2008

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