Atty. Douglas Roy Alliston

Atty. Douglas Roy Alliston

Douglas Roy Alliston is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, self insured law, local government law and 4 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Oklahoma Christian College in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Douglas Roy Alliston at a glance

Douglas Roy Alliston is a Member based in Sacramento, California. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on estate planning, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1988), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1989), and Central District of California (1995). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Oklahoma Christian College (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of California Association of Joint Powers Authorities (CAJPA) Public Agency Risk Managers Association (PARMA) Sacramento County Bar Association. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas Roy Alliston is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, self insured law, local government law and 4 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Oklahoma Christian College in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Douglas practices in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Roy Alliston's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Douglas Roy Alliston is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Sacramento 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 Douglas Roy Alliston

Where is Douglas Roy Alliston's law office located?
Douglas Roy Alliston's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Roy Alliston handle?
Douglas Roy Alliston focuses on estate planning, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Douglas Roy Alliston practiced law?
Douglas Roy Alliston has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Douglas Roy Alliston go to law school?
Douglas Roy Alliston earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Douglas Roy Alliston for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas Roy Alliston received?
Douglas Roy Alliston's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Oklahoma Christian College
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
Central District of California
Admitted: 1995
Texas State Bar
Admitted: 2006

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