Atty. Bernard James Fitzpatrick

Atty. Bernard James Fitzpatrick

Bernard James Fitzpatrick is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, automobile insurance defense and 2 other areas of law. Bernard received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Salinas Salinas 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernard James Fitzpatrick at a glance

Bernard James Fitzpatrick is a Member based in Salinas, California, practicing at Fitzpatrick & Swanston. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Monterey County, Santa Clara County and Santa Cruz County Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Salinas, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bernard James Fitzpatrick is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, automobile insurance defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Bernard received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Bernard practices at Fitzpatrick & Swanston in Salinas, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard James Fitzpatrick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard James Fitzpatrick 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.

Bernard James Fitzpatrick is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Bernard James Fitzpatrick is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Bernard James Fitzpatrick is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

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 Salinas 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 Bernard James Fitzpatrick

Where is Bernard James Fitzpatrick's law office located?
Bernard James Fitzpatrick's law practice is located in Salinas, California. The firm is Fitzpatrick & Swanston. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard James Fitzpatrick handle?
Bernard James Fitzpatrick focuses on employment, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bernard James Fitzpatrick practiced law?
Bernard James Fitzpatrick has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Bernard James Fitzpatrick go to law school?
Bernard James Fitzpatrick earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Bernard James Fitzpatrick for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard James Fitzpatrick directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bernard James Fitzpatrick received?
Bernard James Fitzpatrick's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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