Atty. Karin Lynn Backstrom

Atty. Karin Lynn Backstrom

Karin Lynn Backstrom is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, appeals, labor & employment and 1 other area of law. Karin received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

San Diego San Diego 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Karin Lynn Backstrom at a glance

Karin Lynn Backstrom is a Managing Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Backstrom & Heinrichs. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1992) and U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of California (1992). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1992) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1987). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Karin Lynn Backstrom is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, appeals, labor & employment and 1 other area of law
  • Karin received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Karin practices at Backstrom & Heinrichs in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Karin Lynn Backstrom's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karin Lynn Backstrom handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Class Action

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Karin Lynn Backstrom

Where is Karin Lynn Backstrom's law office located?
Karin Lynn Backstrom's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Backstrom & Heinrichs. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karin Lynn Backstrom handle?
Karin Lynn Backstrom focuses on employment, class action, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Karin Lynn Backstrom practiced law?
Karin Lynn Backstrom has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Karin Lynn Backstrom go to law school?
Karin Lynn Backstrom earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Karin Lynn Backstrom for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1992
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1992

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