Atty. Cuauhtemoc Ortega

Atty. Cuauhtemoc Ortega

Cuauhtemoc Ortega is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law. Cuauhtemoc received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Cuauhtemoc Ortega at a glance

Cuauhtemoc Ortega is a Fed. Pub. Def. based in Los Angeles, California. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2008). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 2007) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Political, 2003). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cuauhtemoc Ortega is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law
  • Cuauhtemoc received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Cuauhtemoc practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Cuauhtemoc Ortega's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cuauhtemoc Ortega 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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Civil Litigation

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 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 Los Angeles 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 Cuauhtemoc Ortega

Where is Cuauhtemoc Ortega's law office located?
Cuauhtemoc Ortega's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cuauhtemoc Ortega handle?
Cuauhtemoc Ortega focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Cuauhtemoc Ortega practiced law?
Cuauhtemoc Ortega has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Cuauhtemoc Ortega go to law school?
Cuauhtemoc Ortega earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A. Political, 2003).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
- 2007
B.A. Political
University of California at Los Angeles
- 2003

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008

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