Atty. Douglas Aeldred Unsworth

Atty. Douglas Aeldred Unsworth

Douglas Aeldred Unsworth is a lawyer practicing civil, criminal litigation in state and federal courts, family law and 6 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.S. degree from University of California at Riverside in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

San Leandro San Leandro 44 yrs experience 44 year
Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Douglas Aeldred Unsworth at a glance

Douglas Aeldred Unsworth is a Member based in San Leandro, California, practicing at Douglas A. Unsworth. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1982) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1982). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Riverside (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in San Leandro, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Douglas Aeldred Unsworth is a lawyer practicing civil, criminal litigation in state and federal courts, family law and 6 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from University of California at Riverside in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Douglas practices at Douglas A. Unsworth in San Leandro, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Aeldred Unsworth's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Aeldred Unsworth handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Douglas Aeldred Unsworth is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Douglas Aeldred Unsworth is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Douglas Aeldred Unsworth is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Douglas Aeldred Unsworth is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Douglas Aeldred Unsworth is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

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 Leandro 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.

Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in San Leandro or all attorneys in California.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas Aeldred Unsworth

Where is Douglas Aeldred Unsworth's law office located?
Douglas Aeldred Unsworth's law practice is located in San Leandro, California. The firm is Douglas A. Unsworth. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Aeldred Unsworth handle?
Douglas Aeldred Unsworth focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Douglas Aeldred Unsworth practiced law?
Douglas Aeldred Unsworth has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Douglas Aeldred Unsworth go to law school?
Douglas Aeldred Unsworth earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Douglas Aeldred Unsworth for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Aeldred Unsworth 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 Douglas Aeldred Unsworth received?
Douglas Aeldred Unsworth's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1982
B.S.
University of California at Riverside
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1982

Reviews

4.4
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.