Atty. Barbara Ann Rizzieri

Atty. Barbara Ann Rizzieri

Barbara Ann Rizzieri is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense. Barbara received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Santa Cruz Santa Cruz 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Ann Rizzieri at a glance

Barbara Ann Rizzieri is a Member based in Santa Cruz, California, practicing at Barbara A. Rizzieri. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1988) and San Diego State University (B.A., 1984). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Barbara Ann Rizzieri is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Barbara practices at Barbara A. Rizzieri in Santa Cruz, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Ann Rizzieri's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Cruz 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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Where is Barbara Ann Rizzieri's law office located?
Barbara Ann Rizzieri's law practice is located in Santa Cruz, California. The firm is Barbara A. Rizzieri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Ann Rizzieri handle?
Barbara Ann Rizzieri focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Barbara Ann Rizzieri practiced law?
Barbara Ann Rizzieri has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Barbara Ann Rizzieri go to law school?
Barbara Ann Rizzieri earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
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Education

J.D.
University of California Hastings College of the Law
- 1988
B.A.
San Diego State University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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