Atty. Garrett Jay Waltzer

Atty. Garrett Jay Waltzer

Garrett Jay Waltzer is a lawyer practicing litigation, arbitration, securities & investment fraud. Garrett received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Garrett Jay Waltzer at a glance

Garrett Jay Waltzer is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on securities, litigation, consumer, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1987) and Colorado College (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Garrett Jay Waltzer is a lawyer practicing litigation, arbitration, securities & investment fraud
  • Garrett received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Garrett practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Garrett Jay Waltzer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Garrett Jay Waltzer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 Palo Alto 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 Garrett Jay Waltzer

Where is Garrett Jay Waltzer's law office located?
Garrett Jay Waltzer's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Garrett Jay Waltzer handle?
Garrett Jay Waltzer focuses on securities, litigation, consumer, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Garrett Jay Waltzer practiced law?
Garrett Jay Waltzer has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Garrett Jay Waltzer go to law school?
Garrett Jay Waltzer earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Garrett Jay Waltzer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1987
B.A.
Colorado College
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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