Atty. Frank Gooch III

Atty. Frank Gooch III

Frank Gooch III is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, insurance litigation, business litigation and 6 other areas of law. Frank received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Frank Gooch III at a glance

Frank Gooch III is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Gilchrist And Rutter Professional Corporation. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on residential, trademark, copyright, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1976), U.S. District Court Central District of California (1976), U.S. District Court Southern District of California (1989), and U.S. District Court Eastern District of California (1996). Educated at University of Southern California Law Center (J.D. Chairman, 1976) and University of Southern California (B.A. Political, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County (Member, Litigation Section) and American Bar Associations The State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Frank Gooch III is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, insurance litigation, business litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Frank received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Frank practices at Gilchrist & Rutter Professional Corporation in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Frank Gooch III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frank Gooch III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

Frank Gooch III is one of 17,495 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright 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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Real Estate Law

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

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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 Monica 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 Frank Gooch III

Where is Frank Gooch III's law office located?
Frank Gooch III's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Gilchrist And Rutter Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frank Gooch III handle?
Frank Gooch III focuses on residential, trademark, copyright, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Frank Gooch III practiced law?
Frank Gooch III has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Frank Gooch III go to law school?
Frank Gooch III earned their education at (J.D. Chairman, 1976); (B.A. Political, 1973).
How can I contact Frank Gooch III for a consultation?
You can contact Frank Gooch III 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 Frank Gooch III received?
Frank Gooch III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Chairman
University of Southern California Law Center
- 1976
B.A. Political
University of Southern California
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court Central District of California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court Southern District of California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court Northern District of California
Admitted: 1998

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