Atty. Carolin Kay Shining

Atty. Carolin Kay Shining

Carolin Kay Shining is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, toxic torts and 22 other areas of law. Carolin received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Culver City Culver City 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Carolin Kay Shining at a glance

Carolin Kay Shining is a Member based in Culver City, California, practicing at Shining Law Firm. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on patent, contracts, trusts, trademark, and probate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1992), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1992), and California (1999). Educated at University of Michigan School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Michigan State University (B.S. Biochemistry, 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Culver City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carolin Kay Shining is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, toxic torts and 22 other areas of law
  • Carolin received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Carolin practices at Shining Law Firm in Culver City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Carolin Kay Shining's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carolin Kay Shining handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Trademark Law

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Probate

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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 Culver City 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 Carolin Kay Shining

Where is Carolin Kay Shining's law office located?
Carolin Kay Shining's law practice is located in Culver City, California. The firm is Shining Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carolin Kay Shining handle?
Carolin Kay Shining focuses on patent, contracts, trusts, trademark, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Carolin Kay Shining practiced law?
Carolin Kay Shining has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Carolin Kay Shining go to law school?
Carolin Kay Shining earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S. Biochemistry, 1987).
How can I contact Carolin Kay Shining for a consultation?
You can contact Carolin Kay Shining 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 Carolin Kay Shining received?
Carolin Kay Shining's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan School of Law
- 1990
B.S. Biochemistry
Michigan State University
- 1987

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992
California
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1999

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