Atty. Douglas W. Stern

Atty. Douglas W. Stern

Douglas W. Stern is a lawyer practicing general practice, government, title insurance and 2 other areas of law.

Long Beach Long Beach 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas W. Stern at a glance

Douglas W. Stern is a Member based in Long Beach, California, practicing at Law Office Of Douglas W Stern. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on residential, business, real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of Cali (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1980), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1985). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Political, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Long Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas W. Stern is a lawyer practicing general practice, government, title insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1978, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Douglas practices at Law Office of Douglas W. Stern in Long Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas W. Stern's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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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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Real Estate Law

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

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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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Government & Administrative Law

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

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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 Long Beach 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 W. Stern

Where is Douglas W. Stern's law office located?
Douglas W. Stern's law practice is located in Long Beach, California. The firm is Law Office Of Douglas W Stern. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas W. Stern handle?
Douglas W. Stern focuses on residential, business, real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Douglas W. Stern practiced law?
Douglas W. Stern has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Douglas W. Stern go to law school?
Douglas W. Stern earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Political, 1978).
How can I contact Douglas W. Stern for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas W. Stern 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 W. Stern received?
Douglas W. Stern's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
- 1978
B.A. Political
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of Cali
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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