Atty. Janice Scanlan
Janice Scanlan is a lawyer practicing business, environmental and natural resources, municipal law and 1 other area of law. Janice received a B.S. degree from Indiana State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Bakersfield, CA · 37+ Years Experience
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About Janice Scanlan at a Glance
Janice Scanlan is a business, litigation, environmental, and government attorney based in Bakersfield, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1989), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1994). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1988) and Indiana State University (B.S., 1981). Serves clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Janice Scanlan
- Janice Scanlan is a lawyer practicing business, environmental and natural resources, municipal law and 1 other area of law
- Janice received a B.S. degree from Indiana State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Janice practices in Bakersfield, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Janice Scanlan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janice Scanlan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bakersfield.
Business & Corporate Law in Bakersfield
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Bakersfield
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Janice Scanlan is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Environmental Law in Bakersfield
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Janice Scanlan is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →
Government & Administrative Law in Bakersfield
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Janice Scanlan is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bakersfield
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 Bakersfield 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 venue, 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.
Bakersfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bakersfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Bakersfield Choose Janice Scanlan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Janice Scanlan's practice in the field of business, litigation, environmental, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Janice Scanlan brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Janice Scanlan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and environmental, Janice Scanlan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bakersfield
A Bakersfield-based practice means Janice Scanlan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Janice Scanlan Handles in Bakersfield
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Janice Scanlan has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Janice Scanlan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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