Atty. Allison Cherry Lafferty

Atty. Allison Cherry Lafferty

Allison Cherry Lafferty is experienced in all phases of litigation. Her practice focuses on commercial, real estate, products liability and construction litigation.

Stockton Stockton 27 Years Experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Allison Cherry Lafferty at a glance

Allison Cherry Lafferty is a Managing Partner based in Stockton, California, practicing at Kroloff, Belcher, Smart, Perry & Christopherson. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1999) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Eastern Districts of California (1999). Educated at University of California, Davis (B.A., 1996) and University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law J.D. with distinction University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law J.D. 1999 Traynor Honor Society (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Stockton, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Allison Cherry Lafferty is experienced in all phases of litigation
  • Her practice focuses on commercial, real estate, products liability and construction litigation
  • Ms. Lafferty is well versed in complex commercial litigation, including class action defense and contract disputes
  • She represents pest control professionals in business planning and in litigation through trial
  • She has extensive experience, through trial, representing manufacturers and distributors in products liability litigation
  • Ms. Lafferty’s practice includes representing businesses, farmers, landowners in a variety of contract and real estate disputes
  • Her representation of contractors and builders spans from business advice to litigation and collections
  • She has also defended the firm’s hospital and physician clients in medical malpractice claims
  • Ms. Lafferty is a member of the Trial Attorneys of America and is a frequent speaker at its annual meeting in Chicago, Illinois
  • She is recognized in Northern California Super Lawyer®, Rising Star in Civil Litigation Defense, 2013 and 2014
  • She is Secretary of the Board of Governors, San Joaquin Bar Association
  • She is a member of the firm’s Management Committee, 2013-2014

Practice Areas Explained

Allison Cherry Lafferty's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Stockton 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 venue, 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 Allison Cherry Lafferty

Where is Allison Cherry Lafferty's law office located?
Allison Cherry Lafferty's law practice is located in Stockton, California. The firm is Kroloff, Belcher, Smart, Perry & Christopherson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Allison Cherry Lafferty handle?
Allison Cherry Lafferty focuses on trusts, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Allison Cherry Lafferty practiced law?
Allison Cherry Lafferty has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Allison Cherry Lafferty go to law school?
Allison Cherry Lafferty earned their education at (B.A., 1996); (—).
How can I contact Allison Cherry Lafferty for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Allison Cherry Lafferty received?
Allison Cherry Lafferty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A.
University of California, Davis
- 1996
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law J.D. with distinction University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law J.D. 1999 Traynor Honor Society
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1999

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