Atty. J Paul Gignac

Atty. J Paul Gignac

J Paul Gignac is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, defective and dangerous products, telecommunications and 1 other area of law. J received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About J Paul Gignac at a glance

J Paul Gignac is an Of Counsel based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Foley Bezek Behle & Curtis, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on class action, securities, product liability, and consumer. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court (2007). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles J.D. (—) and Dartmouth College B.A. Government Dartmouth College B.A. cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Barbara Bar Association Consumer Attorney's Association of Los Angeles Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J Paul Gignac is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, defective and dangerous products, telecommunications and 1 other area of law
  • J received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • J practices at Foley Bezek Behle & Curtis, LLP in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

J Paul Gignac's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J Paul Gignac handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Class Action

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Securities Law

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Product Liability

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Consumer Protection

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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 Santa Barbara 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 J Paul Gignac

Where is J Paul Gignac's law office located?
J Paul Gignac's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. The firm is Foley Bezek Behle & Curtis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Paul Gignac handle?
J Paul Gignac focuses on class action, securities, product liability, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has J Paul Gignac practiced law?
J Paul Gignac has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did J Paul Gignac go to law school?
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How can I contact J Paul Gignac for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has J Paul Gignac received?
J Paul Gignac's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of California School of Law, Los Angeles J.D.
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Dartmouth College B.A. Government Dartmouth College B.A. cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2007

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