Atty. Bruce Edward Pitcaithley

Atty. Bruce Edward Pitcaithley

Bruce Edward Pitcaithley is a lawyer practicing california workers compensation, insurance defense. Bruce received a M.B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Oakland Oakland 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce Edward Pitcaithley at a glance

Bruce Edward Pitcaithley is an Attorney based in Oakland, California, practicing at Bradford & Barthel, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on workers comp and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987). Educated at Lincoln University (J.D., 1986) and Santa Clara University (M.B.A. University, 1980). Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California California Workers Compensation Defense Attorneys Association. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bruce Edward Pitcaithley is a lawyer practicing california workers compensation, insurance defense
  • Bruce received a M.B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Bruce practices at Bradford & Barthel, LLP in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Edward Pitcaithley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce Edward Pitcaithley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Insurance Law

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

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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 Oakland 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 Bruce Edward Pitcaithley

Where is Bruce Edward Pitcaithley's law office located?
Bruce Edward Pitcaithley's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Bradford & Barthel, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Edward Pitcaithley handle?
Bruce Edward Pitcaithley focuses on workers comp, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bruce Edward Pitcaithley practiced law?
Bruce Edward Pitcaithley has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Bruce Edward Pitcaithley go to law school?
Bruce Edward Pitcaithley earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (M.B.A. University, 1980).
How can I contact Bruce Edward Pitcaithley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Lincoln University
- 1986
M.B.A. University
Santa Clara University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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