Atty. Allison Sher Arkin

Atty. Allison Sher Arkin

Allison Sher Arkin is a lawyer practicing education. Allison received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Allison Sher Arkin at a glance

Allison Sher Arkin is a education attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in New York (1992), California (1994), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and Central District of California (1994). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1991) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Allison Sher Arkin is a lawyer practicing education
  • Allison received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Allison practices in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Allison Sher Arkin's Areas of Practice

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

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 Santa Monica 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

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Where is Allison Sher Arkin's law office located?
Allison Sher Arkin's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Allison Sher Arkin handle?
Allison Sher Arkin focuses on education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Allison Sher Arkin practiced law?
Allison Sher Arkin has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Allison Sher Arkin go to law school?
Allison Sher Arkin earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1985).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1991
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992
California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and Central District of California
Admitted: 1994

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