Atty. Barbara Anne Cotter

Atty. Barbara Anne Cotter

Barbara Anne Cotter is a lawyer practicing employment law, civil litigation, labor & employment. Barbara received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Anne Cotter at a glance

Barbara Anne Cotter is an Associate based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Cook Brown, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1989) and San Francisco State University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Solano County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara Anne Cotter is a lawyer practicing employment law, civil litigation, labor & employment
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Barbara practices at Cook Brown, LLP in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Anne Cotter's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Barbara Anne Cotter is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Sacramento 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 Barbara Anne Cotter

Where is Barbara Anne Cotter's law office located?
Barbara Anne Cotter's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Cook Brown, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Anne Cotter handle?
Barbara Anne Cotter focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Barbara Anne Cotter practiced law?
Barbara Anne Cotter has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Barbara Anne Cotter go to law school?
Barbara Anne Cotter earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Barbara Anne Cotter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Barbara Anne Cotter received?
Barbara Anne Cotter's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1989
B.A.
San Francisco State University
- 1986

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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