Atty. David Lawrence Gappa

Atty. David Lawrence Gappa

David Lawrence Gappa is a lawyer practicing criminal law. David received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Fresno Fresno 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About David Lawrence Gappa at a glance

David Lawrence Gappa is an Asst. U.S. Atty. based in Fresno, California. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991), Minnesota (1993), California (1994), and Colorado (1994). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1991) and Carleton College (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Lawrence Gappa is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • David practices in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Lawrence Gappa's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Fresno 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 David Lawrence Gappa's law office located?
David Lawrence Gappa's law practice is located in Fresno, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lawrence Gappa handle?
David Lawrence Gappa focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Lawrence Gappa practiced law?
David Lawrence Gappa has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did David Lawrence Gappa go to law school?
David Lawrence Gappa earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1991
B.A.
Carleton College
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
Minnesota
Admitted: 1993
California
Admitted: 1994
Colorado
Admitted: 1994

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