Atty. Gary A. Pemberton

Atty. Gary A. Pemberton

Pi Gamma Mu National Social Science Honor Society. Recipient: Major Walter Dinkelspiel Scholarship, 1983; Moot Court Commendation of Excellence.

Irvine Irvine 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (949) 775-4189 Book Appointment

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About Gary A. Pemberton at a glance

Gary A. Pemberton is a Partner based in Irvine, California, practicing at Shulman Bastian Friedman Bui Llp. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1986), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1986), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1988), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1994). Educated at University of California, Berkeley (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County Chapter, State Bar of California Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Pi Gamma Mu National Social Science Honor Society

Recipient

  • Major Walter Dinkelspiel Scholarship, 1983
  • Moot Court Commendation of Excellence
  • Judicial Extern to the Hon. Earl B. Gilliam, U.S
  • District Court, Southern District of California, 1985
  • Berkeley Law Foundation Fundraising Chairperson, 1985-1986
  • Board of Directors, YMCA of Costa Mesa/Newport Beach/Irvine, 1995-1996
  • Constitutional Rights Foundation Mock Trial Attorney Coach, Woodbridge High School (2000-2001 Orange County Champions)
  • Board of Directors of Orange County Bar Association, 2002
  • Board of Directors of Federal Bar Association, Orange County Chapter, 2000—

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A. Pemberton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Pemberton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance 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 Irvine 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 Gary A. Pemberton

Where is Gary A. Pemberton's law office located?
Gary A. Pemberton's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Shulman Bastian Friedman Bui Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary A. Pemberton handle?
Gary A. Pemberton focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gary A. Pemberton practiced law?
Gary A. Pemberton has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Gary A. Pemberton go to law school?
Gary A. Pemberton earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1977).
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What awards or recognition has Gary A. Pemberton received?
Gary A. Pemberton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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