Atty. Christopher Longaker
Christopher Longaker is a lawyer practicing family law, litigation, business law. Christopher received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Sacramento, CA · 60+ Years Experience
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About Christopher Longaker at a Glance
Christopher Longaker is a Member based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Jarvis, Longaker, Koonce & Dashiell, A Law Corporation. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on family law, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1966) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth C (1966). Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1965) and University of California, Berkeley (B.S., 1962). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sacramento County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section) State Bar of California California Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher Longaker
- Christopher Longaker is a lawyer practicing family law, litigation, business law
- Christopher received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Christopher practices at Jarvis, Longaker, Koonce & Dashiell, A Law Corporation in Sacramento, CA
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Christopher Longaker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Longaker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sacramento.
Family Law in Sacramento
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Sacramento
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Sacramento
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sacramento
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 Sacramento 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.
Sacramento Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sacramento-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 Sacramento Choose Christopher Longaker
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 Christopher Longaker's practice in the field of family law, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher Longaker brings 60+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth C, Christopher Longaker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, business, and litigation, Christopher Longaker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sacramento
A Sacramento-based practice means Christopher Longaker 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 Christopher Longaker Handles in Sacramento
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Christopher Longaker 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Christopher Longaker directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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