Atty. Frederick James Northrop

Atty. Frederick James Northrop

Mr. Frederick James Northrop is a lawyer practicing construction, real estate, commercial and 8 other areas of law.

San Mateo San Mateo 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Frederick James Northrop at a glance

Frederick James Northrop is a trusts, family law, employment, business, and real estate attorney based in San Mateo, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1989) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.F.A., 1979). Serands clients in San Mateo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Frederick James Northrop is a lawyer practicing construction, real estate, commercial and 8 other areas of law
  • Frederick received a B.F.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Frederick practices in San Mateo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick James Northrop's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick James Northrop handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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 Mateo 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 Frederick James Northrop

Where is Frederick James Northrop's law office located?
Frederick James Northrop's law practice is located in San Mateo, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick James Northrop handle?
Frederick James Northrop focuses on trusts, family law, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Frederick James Northrop practiced law?
Frederick James Northrop has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Frederick James Northrop go to law school?
Frederick James Northrop earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.F.A., 1979).
How can I contact Frederick James Northrop for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1989
B.F.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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