Atty. Dennis Patrick Howell

Atty. Dennis Patrick Howell

Dennis Patrick Howell is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment law, torts and 4 other areas of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from University of the Pacific in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Watsonville Watsonville 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Dennis Patrick Howell at a glance

Dennis Patrick Howell is a Counsel Emeritus based in Watsonville, California, practicing at The Grunsky Law Firm PC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business, and construction. Admitted to practice in California (1977), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1977), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1988). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1977) and University of the Pacific (B.A. Political, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Watsonville, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dennis Patrick Howell is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment law, torts and 4 other areas of law
  • Dennis received a B.A. degree from University of the Pacific in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Dennis practices at The Grunsky Law Firm PC in Watsonville, CA and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Dennis Patrick Howell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dennis Patrick Howell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Dennis Patrick Howell is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

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.

Dennis Patrick Howell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Dennis Patrick Howell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Dennis Patrick Howell is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Construction 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 Watsonville 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 Dennis Patrick Howell

Where is Dennis Patrick Howell's law office located?
Dennis Patrick Howell's law practice is located in Watsonville, California. The firm is The Grunsky Law Firm PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dennis Patrick Howell handle?
Dennis Patrick Howell focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Dennis Patrick Howell practiced law?
Dennis Patrick Howell has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Dennis Patrick Howell go to law school?
Dennis Patrick Howell earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. Political, 1970).
How can I contact Dennis Patrick Howell for a consultation?
You can contact Dennis Patrick Howell directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Dennis Patrick Howell received?
Dennis Patrick Howell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1977
B.A. Political
University of the Pacific
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1988

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