Atty. Christopher Phillip Dobbins

Atty. Christopher Phillip Dobbins

Christopher Phillip Dobbins is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Christopher received a degree from Golden Gate Univ SOL, San Francisco, CA, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Oakland Oakland 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Christopher Phillip Dobbins at a glance

Christopher Phillip Dobbins is a criminal defense attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in California (2008). Educated at Golden Gate Univ SOL, San Francisco, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA (—). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher Phillip Dobbins is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Christopher received a degree from Golden Gate Univ SOL, San Francisco, CA, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Christopher practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Phillip Dobbins's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Oakland 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 Phillip Dobbins's law office located?
Christopher Phillip Dobbins's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Phillip Dobbins handle?
Christopher Phillip Dobbins focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Christopher Phillip Dobbins practiced law?
Christopher Phillip Dobbins has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
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Practice Areas

Education

Golden Gate Univ SOL, San Francisco, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008

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