Atty. Edward Dewey Chapin

Atty. Edward Dewey Chapin

Edward Dewey Chapin is a lawyer practicing complex civil trials, unfair business practices, professional negligence and 8 other areas of law. Edward received a B.S. degree from Southwest Missouri State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 54 years.

San Diego San Diego 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (619) 604-3425

Profile Summary

About Edward Dewey Chapin at a glance

Edward Dewey Chapin is a Managing Partner based in San Diego, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business, and class action. Admitted to practice in California (1972), California (1972), U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California (1973), and U.S. Court of International Trade (1994). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1972) and Southwest Missouri State University (B.S., 1964). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Vice President, 1991 Board of Directors, 1988-1991 Chairman, Ad Hoc Voir Dire Committee, 1987-1992 Chairman, Civil Litigation Code of Conduct Committee, 1988-1992) and American Bar Associations State Bar of California American Board of Trial Advocates (Ch, San Diego County. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward Dewey Chapin is a lawyer practicing complex civil trials, unfair business practices, professional negligence and 8 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.S. degree from Southwest Missouri State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Edward practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Dewey Chapin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Dewey Chapin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Edward Dewey Chapin is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Edward Dewey Chapin is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Employment Law

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

Edward Dewey Chapin is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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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 San Diego 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 Edward Dewey Chapin

Where is Edward Dewey Chapin's law office located?
Edward Dewey Chapin's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Dewey Chapin handle?
Edward Dewey Chapin focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Edward Dewey Chapin practiced law?
Edward Dewey Chapin has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Edward Dewey Chapin go to law school?
Edward Dewey Chapin earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1964).
How can I contact Edward Dewey Chapin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Edward Dewey Chapin received?
Edward Dewey Chapin's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1972
B.S.
Southwest Missouri State University
- 1964

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972
California
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of International Trade
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circu
Admitted: 1995

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