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About Jay A. Polstein at a glance
Jay A. Polstein is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wasser Cooperman Mandles. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in California (1984). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles (J.D., 1984) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1981). Active member of Beverly Hills (Member, Family Law Section, 2006—) and Los Angeles County (Member, Family Law Section, 2006—) Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Member, Federal Communications Law Journal, 1984
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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 Los Angeles 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.
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