Atty. Catherine Duggan

Atty. Catherine Duggan

Catherine Duggan is a lawyer practicing contested trusts and estates, contested wills, elder law and 2 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from Georgian Court College in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Oakland Oakland 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Catherine Duggan at a glance

Catherine Duggan is a Member based in Oakland, California, practicing at Law and Mediation Office of Catherine Duggan. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1975) and California (1978). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1975) and Georgian Court College (B.A., 1969). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Catherine Duggan is a lawyer practicing contested trusts and estates, contested wills, elder law and 2 other areas of law
  • Catherine received a B.A. degree from Georgian Court College in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Catherine practices at Law and Mediation Office of Catherine Duggan in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine Duggan's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Civil Litigation

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Elder Law

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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 Catherine Duggan

Where is Catherine Duggan's law office located?
Catherine Duggan's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Law and Mediation Office of Catherine Duggan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine Duggan handle?
Catherine Duggan focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Catherine Duggan practiced law?
Catherine Duggan has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Catherine Duggan go to law school?
Catherine Duggan earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Catherine Duggan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1975
B.A.
Georgian Court College
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1975
California
Admitted: 1978

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