Atty. John Antonio Portillo

Atty. John Antonio Portillo

John Antonio Portillo is a lawyer practicing criminal law. John received a degree from Indiana University Bloomington School of Law, IN, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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About John Antonio Portillo at a glance

John Antonio Portillo is a Dep. Dist. Atty. based in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1979) and California (1983). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1978) and Indiana University Bloomington School of Law, IN Indiana University, IN (—). Serands clients in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Antonio Portillo is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • John received a degree from Indiana University Bloomington School of Law, IN, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Antonio Portillo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Antonio Portillo handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Rancho Palos Verdes 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

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Where is John Antonio Portillo's law office located?
John Antonio Portillo's law practice is located in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Antonio Portillo handle?
John Antonio Portillo focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Antonio Portillo practiced law?
John Antonio Portillo has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Antonio Portillo go to law school?
John Antonio Portillo earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (—).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1978
Indiana University Bloomington School of Law, IN Indiana University, IN
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1979
California
Admitted: 1983

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