Atty. Charles Patrick McCarthy
Charles Patrick McCarthy is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental law, employment law. Charles received a A.B. degree from Marquette University in 1968, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Novato, CA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Charles Patrick McCarthy at a Glance
Charles Patrick McCarthy is a employment, litigation, and environmental attorney based in Novato, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1980) and Marquette University (A.B., 1968). Serves clients in Novato, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Charles Patrick McCarthy
- Charles Patrick McCarthy is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental law, employment law
- Charles received a A.B. degree from Marquette University in 1968, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Charles practices in Novato, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Charles Patrick McCarthy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Patrick McCarthy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Novato.
Employment Law in Novato
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Charles Patrick McCarthy is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Novato
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Charles Patrick McCarthy is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Environmental Law in Novato
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Charles Patrick McCarthy is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Novato
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 Novato 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 venue, 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.
Novato Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Novato-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Novato Choose Charles Patrick McCarthy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Charles Patrick McCarthy's practice in the field of employment, litigation, and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Charles Patrick McCarthy brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, litigation, and environmental, Charles Patrick McCarthy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Novato
A Novato-based practice means Charles Patrick McCarthy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Charles Patrick McCarthy Handles in Novato
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Charles Patrick McCarthy has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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