Atty. Geraldine Doherty Brown

Atty. Geraldine Doherty Brown

Geraldine Doherty Brown is a lawyer practicing family law, probate, wills and 1 other area of law. Geraldine received a A.A. degree from College of San Mateo in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Merced Merced 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Geraldine Doherty Brown at a glance

Geraldine Doherty Brown is a wills, probate, family law, poa, and elder law attorney based in Merced, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981). Educated at San Joaquin, College of Law (J.D., 1979) and College of San Mateo (A.A. San, 1974). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Merced, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Geraldine Doherty Brown is a lawyer practicing family law, probate, wills and 1 other area of law
  • Geraldine received a A.A. degree from College of San Mateo in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Geraldine practices in Merced, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Geraldine Doherty Brown's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Geraldine Doherty Brown handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Probate

Geraldine Doherty Brown is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Power of Attorney

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Geraldine Doherty Brown is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →

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 Merced 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 Geraldine Doherty Brown

Where is Geraldine Doherty Brown's law office located?
Geraldine Doherty Brown's law practice is located in Merced, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Geraldine Doherty Brown handle?
Geraldine Doherty Brown focuses on wills, probate, family law, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Geraldine Doherty Brown practiced law?
Geraldine Doherty Brown has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Geraldine Doherty Brown go to law school?
Geraldine Doherty Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.A. San, 1974).
How can I contact Geraldine Doherty Brown for a consultation?
You can contact Geraldine Doherty Brown 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 Geraldine Doherty Brown received?
Geraldine Doherty Brown's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
San Joaquin, College of Law
- 1979
A.A. San
College of San Mateo
- 1974

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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