Atty. Christopher Fielding Emley

Atty. Christopher Fielding Emley

Christopher Fielding Emley is a lawyer practicing family law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About Christopher Fielding Emley at a glance

Christopher Fielding Emley is a Principal based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Christopher F. Emley. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in California (1967). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1966) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1964). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher Fielding Emley is a lawyer practicing family law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Christopher practices at Christopher F. Emley in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Fielding Emley's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 San Francisco 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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Where is Christopher Fielding Emley's law office located?
Christopher Fielding Emley's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Christopher F. Emley. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Fielding Emley handle?
Christopher Fielding Emley focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Christopher Fielding Emley practiced law?
Christopher Fielding Emley has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Christopher Fielding Emley go to law school?
Christopher Fielding Emley earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1964).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1966
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1964

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1967

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