Atty. Douglas E. Marshall

Atty. Douglas E. Marshall

Douglas E. Marshall is a lawyer practicing land use regulation, real estate acquisitions law, real estate development law and 4 other areas of law.

Santa Cruz Santa Cruz 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (831) 266-4747

Profile Summary

About Douglas E. Marshall at a glance

Douglas E. Marshall is a Member based in Santa Cruz, California, practicing at Douglas E. Marshall. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, m&a, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1990). Educated at Lincoln University (J.D., 1980) and University of Oregon (B.S. University, 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of California. Serves clients in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Douglas E. Marshall is a lawyer practicing land use regulation, real estate acquisitions law, real estate development law and 4 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1972, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Douglas practices at Douglas E. Marshall in Santa Cruz, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas E. Marshall's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Douglas E. Marshall is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Douglas E. Marshall is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Santa Cruz 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 venue, 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 Douglas E. Marshall

Where is Douglas E. Marshall's law office located?
Douglas E. Marshall's law practice is located in Santa Cruz, California. The firm is Douglas E. Marshall. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas E. Marshall handle?
Douglas E. Marshall focuses on real estate, zoning, m&a, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Douglas E. Marshall practiced law?
Douglas E. Marshall has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Douglas E. Marshall go to law school?
Douglas E. Marshall earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. University, 1972).
How can I contact Douglas E. Marshall for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas E. Marshall 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 E. Marshall received?
Douglas E. Marshall's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Lincoln University
- 1980
B.S. University
University of Oregon
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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