Atty. Heather Sullivan Riley

Atty. Heather Sullivan Riley

Heather Sullivan Riley is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental & natural resources, land use and 2 other areas of law. Heather received a B.A. degree from State University of New York, University at Albany, and has been licensed for 25 years.

San Diego San Diego 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Heather Sullivan Riley at a glance

Heather Sullivan Riley is a Senior Counsel based in San Diego, California, practicing at Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on zoning, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (2001) and California (2001). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University J.D. cum laude Albany Law School of Union University J.D. 2000 Dean's List (—) and State University of New York, University at Albany B.A. magna cum laude State University of New York, University at Albany B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Heather Sullivan Riley is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental & natural resources, land use and 2 other areas of law
  • Heather received a B.A. degree from State University of New York, University at Albany, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Heather practices at Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Heather Sullivan Riley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Heather Sullivan Riley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental 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 Diego 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 Heather Sullivan Riley

Where is Heather Sullivan Riley's law office located?
Heather Sullivan Riley's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Heather Sullivan Riley handle?
Heather Sullivan Riley focuses on zoning, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Heather Sullivan Riley practiced law?
Heather Sullivan Riley has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Heather Sullivan Riley go to law school?
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How can I contact Heather Sullivan Riley for a consultation?
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Education

Albany Law School of Union University J.D. cum laude Albany Law School of Union University J.D. 2000 Dean's List
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State University of New York, University at Albany B.A. magna cum laude State University of New York, University at Albany B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2001
California
Admitted: 2001

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