Atty. Dean Harold McVay

Atty. Dean Harold McVay

Dean Harold McVay is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage and bad faith, appellate, general practice and 3 other areas of law. Dean received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

San Bernardino San Bernardino 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Dean Harold McVay at a glance

Dean Harold McVay is a Partner based in San Bernardino, California, practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1990), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1990), District of Columbia (1991), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1999). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Michigan (B.A. Psychology, 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Los Angeles County and Orange County Bar Associations The State Bar of California The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in San Bernardino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dean Harold McVay is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage and bad faith, appellate, general practice and 3 other areas of law
  • Dean received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Dean practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in San Bernardino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Dean Harold McVay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dean Harold McVay handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

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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 Bernardino 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 Dean Harold McVay

Where is Dean Harold McVay's law office located?
Dean Harold McVay's law practice is located in San Bernardino, California. The firm is Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dean Harold McVay handle?
Dean Harold McVay focuses on business, real estate, litigation, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Dean Harold McVay practiced law?
Dean Harold McVay has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Dean Harold McVay go to law school?
Dean Harold McVay earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Psychology, 1987).
How can I contact Dean Harold McVay for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dean Harold McVay received?
Dean Harold McVay's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University School of Law
- 1990
B.A. Psychology
University of Michigan
- 1987

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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