Atty. Gillian Susan Studwell

Atty. Gillian Susan Studwell

Gillian Susan Studwell is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense. Gillian received a degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Manhattan Beach Manhattan Beach 19 yrs experience 19 year
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About Gillian Susan Studwell at a glance

Gillian Susan Studwell is a criminal defense attorney based in Manhattan Beach, California. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in California (2007). Educated at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA Univ of California Santa Barbara, CA (—). Serands clients in Manhattan Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Gillian Susan Studwell is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense
  • Gillian received a degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Gillian practices in Manhattan Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Gillian Susan Studwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gillian Susan Studwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Manhattan Beach 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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Where is Gillian Susan Studwell's law office located?
Gillian Susan Studwell's law practice is located in Manhattan Beach, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gillian Susan Studwell handle?
Gillian Susan Studwell focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gillian Susan Studwell practiced law?
Gillian Susan Studwell has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
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Education

Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA Univ of California Santa Barbara, CA
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2007

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