Atty. Jonathan David Rapore
Jonathan David Rapore is a lawyer practicing contract breech and enforcement, fraud, franchising and 4 other areas of law. Jonathan received a A.B. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 55 years.
Contract Breech And Enforcement & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 55+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan David Rapore at a Glance
Jonathan David Rapore is a contracts, business, real estate, litigation, and consumer attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in California (1971) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. S (1971). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California J.D. (—) and University of California at Los Angeles A.B. cum laude (—). Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan David Rapore
- Jonathan David Rapore is a lawyer practicing contract breech and enforcement, fraud, franchising and 4 other areas of law
- Jonathan received a A.B. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Jonathan practices in Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan David Rapore's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan David Rapore handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Contracts in Santa Monica
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Business & Corporate Law in Santa Monica
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Real Estate Law in Santa Monica
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Civil Litigation in Santa Monica
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Consumer Protection in Santa Monica
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica 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.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-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 Santa Monica Choose Jonathan David Rapore
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 Jonathan David Rapore's practice in the field of contracts, business, real estate, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan David Rapore brings 55+ 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 and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. S, Jonathan David Rapore can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and real estate, Jonathan David Rapore can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means Jonathan David Rapore 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 Jonathan David Rapore Handles in Santa Monica
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