Atty. Jonathan Earl Karesh

Atty. Jonathan Earl Karesh

Jonathan Earl Karesh is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Jonathan received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

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About Jonathan Earl Karesh at a glance

Jonathan Earl Karesh is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Santa Clara, California. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1985) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1985). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1985) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1982). Serands clients in Santa Clara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jonathan Earl Karesh is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Jonathan received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Jonathan practices in Santa Clara, CA

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Jonathan Earl Karesh's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Earl Karesh 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

Practforg 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 Clara 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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Where is Jonathan Earl Karesh's law office located?
Jonathan Earl Karesh's law practice is located in Santa Clara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Earl Karesh handle?
Jonathan Earl Karesh focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jonathan Earl Karesh practiced law?
Jonathan Earl Karesh has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Jonathan Earl Karesh go to law school?
Jonathan Earl Karesh earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B., 1982).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1985
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1982

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1985

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