Atty. Joseph Anthony Chavez

Atty. Joseph Anthony Chavez

Joseph Anthony Chavez is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Joseph received a degree from University of California Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Modesto Modesto 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Joseph Anthony Chavez at a glance

Joseph Anthony Chavez is a criminal defense attorney based in Modesto, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at University of California Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA (—). Serands clients in Modesto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph Anthony Chavez is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Joseph received a degree from University of California Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Joseph practices in Modesto, CA

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Joseph Anthony Chavez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Anthony Chavez 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 Modesto 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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Joseph Anthony Chavez's law practice is located in Modesto, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Joseph Anthony Chavez focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph Anthony Chavez practiced law?
Joseph Anthony Chavez has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
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Education

University of California Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990

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