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Atty. Charles Darryl Cordero

Atty. Charles Darryl Cordero

Charles Darryl Cordero is a lawyer practicing business law, insurance, federal litigation and 3 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Darryl Cordero at a glance

Charles Darryl Cordero is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Payne & Fears LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, health care, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1983), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1987), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1988). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1981) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1978). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles Darryl Cordero is a lawyer practicing business law, insurance, federal litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Charles practices at Payne & Fears LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Darryl Cordero's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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Insurance 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 Los Angeles 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 Charles Darryl Cordero

Where is Charles Darryl Cordero's law office located?
Charles Darryl Cordero's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Payne & Fears LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Darryl Cordero handle?
Charles Darryl Cordero focuses on business, class action, litigation, health care, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charles Darryl Cordero practiced law?
Charles Darryl Cordero has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Charles Darryl Cordero go to law school?
Charles Darryl Cordero earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Charles Darryl Cordero for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1981
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2000
Washington
Admitted: 2020

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