Atty. David James Zugman

Atty. David James Zugman

David James Zugman is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appeals, criminal law and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

San Diego San Diego 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About David James Zugman at a glance

David James Zugman is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at Burcham & Zugman. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1997). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1997) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David James Zugman is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appeals, criminal law and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • David practices at Burcham & Zugman in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David James Zugman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David James Zugman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

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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 San Diego 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 David James Zugman

Where is David James Zugman's law office located?
David James Zugman's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Burcham & Zugman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David James Zugman handle?
David James Zugman focuses on criminal defense, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David James Zugman practiced law?
David James Zugman has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did David James Zugman go to law school?
David James Zugman earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact David James Zugman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1997
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1993

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997

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