Atty. John Stuart Rice

Atty. John Stuart Rice

John Stuart Rice is a lawyer practicing criminal law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

San Diego San Diego 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (858) 384-8416

Profile Summary

About John Stuart Rice at a glance

John Stuart Rice is a Dep. Dist. Atty. based in San Diego, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Stuart Rice is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Stuart Rice's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Stuart Rice 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 San Diego 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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Common questions about John Stuart Rice

Where is John Stuart Rice's law office located?
John Stuart Rice's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stuart Rice handle?
John Stuart Rice focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Stuart Rice practiced law?
John Stuart Rice has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John Stuart Rice go to law school?
John Stuart Rice earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact John Stuart Rice for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Stuart Rice received?
John Stuart Rice's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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