Atty. Dirk Deverne Potter

Atty. Dirk Deverne Potter

Dirk Deverne Potter is a lawyer practicing administrative law, employment law, contracts and 4 other areas of law. Dirk received a B.A. degree from California State University at Chico in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

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About Dirk Deverne Potter at a glance

Dirk Deverne Potter is a Member based in Chico, California, practicing at Jacobs Anderson Potter Chaplin Llp. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, employment, business, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at University of California School of Law at Davis (J.D., 1982) and California State University at Chico (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Butte County and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chico, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dirk Deverne Potter is a lawyer practicing administrative law, employment law, contracts and 4 other areas of law
  • Dirk received a B.A. degree from California State University at Chico in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Dirk practices at Jacobs, Anderson, Potter & Chaplin, LLP in Chico, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Dirk Deverne Potter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dirk Deverne Potter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Probate

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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Chico 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 Dirk Deverne Potter

Where is Dirk Deverne Potter's law office located?
Dirk Deverne Potter's law practice is located in Chico, California. The firm is Jacobs Anderson Potter Chaplin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dirk Deverne Potter handle?
Dirk Deverne Potter focuses on contracts, probate, employment, business, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Dirk Deverne Potter practiced law?
Dirk Deverne Potter has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Dirk Deverne Potter go to law school?
Dirk Deverne Potter earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Dirk Deverne Potter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dirk Deverne Potter received?
Dirk Deverne Potter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law at Davis
- 1982
B.A.
California State University at Chico
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982

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