Atty. Joseph Michael Cress

Atty. Joseph Michael Cress

Joseph Michael Cress is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Michael Cress at a glance

Joseph Michael Cress is an Asst. Pub. Def. based in Sacramento, California. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1994) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph Michael Cress is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Joseph practices in Sacramento, CA

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Joseph Michael Cress's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Michael Cress 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 Sacramento 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 Joseph Michael Cress's law office located?
Joseph Michael Cress's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Michael Cress handle?
Joseph Michael Cress focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph Michael Cress practiced law?
Joseph Michael Cress has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Joseph Michael Cress go to law school?
Joseph Michael Cress earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1990).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1994
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994

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