Atty. Christopher Shawn Dunakin

Atty. Christopher Shawn Dunakin

Christopher Shawn Dunakin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance coverage, insurance bad faith and 2 other areas of law. Christopher received a degree from University of California at Davis in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Irvine Irvine 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Shawn Dunakin at a glance

Christopher Shawn Dunakin is a Member based in Irvine, California, practicing at Grant Genovese And Baratta Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1997). Educated at Ohio State University College of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of California at Davis (B.A. Economics, 1994). Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Shawn Dunakin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance coverage, insurance bad faith and 2 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a degree from University of California at Davis in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Christopher practices at Grant, Genovese & Baratta, LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Shawn Dunakin's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Irvine 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 Shawn Dunakin

Where is Christopher Shawn Dunakin's law office located?
Christopher Shawn Dunakin's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Grant Genovese And Baratta Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Shawn Dunakin handle?
Christopher Shawn Dunakin focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Christopher Shawn Dunakin practiced law?
Christopher Shawn Dunakin has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Christopher Shawn Dunakin go to law school?
Christopher Shawn Dunakin earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Economics, 1994).
How can I contact Christopher Shawn Dunakin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Ohio State University College of Law
- 1997
B.A. Economics
University of California at Davis
- 1994

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997

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