Atty. J. Scott Buchanan
J. Scott Buchanan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, criminal law.
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J. Scott Buchanan is a personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Elk Grove, California. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in California (1969), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at McGeorge College of the Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1968) and University of Maryland and American River College (A.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Elk Grove, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- J. Scott Buchanan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, criminal law
- J. received a A.A. degree from University of Maryland and American River College in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
- J. practices in Elk Grove, CA
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
J. Scott Buchanan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
J. Scott Buchanan is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
J. Scott Buchanan is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →
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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 Elk Grove 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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