Atty. Christopher Joseph Desalva

Atty. Christopher Joseph Desalva

Christopher Joseph Desalva is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, business and 5 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from St.

Indio Indio 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Christopher Joseph Desalva at a glance

Christopher Joseph Desalva is a Member based in Indio, California, practicing at Law Office Of Christopher Joseph Desalva. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1994) and U.S. Supreme Court (2000). Educated at American College of Law (J.D., 1987) and St. Vincent College (B.A., 1972). Serands clients in Indio, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Joseph Desalva is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, business and 5 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from St. Vincent College in 1972, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Christopher practices at Law Office of Christopher Joseph DeSalva in Indio, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Joseph Desalva's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate 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 Indio 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 Christopher Joseph Desalva

Where is Christopher Joseph Desalva's law office located?
Christopher Joseph Desalva's law practice is located in Indio, California. The firm is Law Office Of Christopher Joseph Desalva. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Joseph Desalva handle?
Christopher Joseph Desalva focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Christopher Joseph Desalva practiced law?
Christopher Joseph Desalva has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Christopher Joseph Desalva go to law school?
Christopher Joseph Desalva earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Christopher Joseph Desalva for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American College of Law
- 1987
B.A.
St. Vincent College
- 1972

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000

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