Atty. Laura Watkins Utterback

Atty. Laura Watkins Utterback

Laura Watkins Utterback is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, insurance law. Laura received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Newport Beach Newport Beach 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Laura Watkins Utterback at a glance

Laura Watkins Utterback is a Partner based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Newmeyer And Dillion Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on construction and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1993) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1993). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1993) and University of Southern California (B.A., 1990). Active member of State Bar of California Orange County Bar Association. Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Laura Watkins Utterback is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, insurance law
  • Laura received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Laura practices at Newmeyer & Dillion LLP in Newport Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Laura Watkins Utterback's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laura Watkins Utterback handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Construction Law

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Newport Beach 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 Laura Watkins Utterback

Where is Laura Watkins Utterback's law office located?
Laura Watkins Utterback's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Newmeyer And Dillion Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura Watkins Utterback handle?
Laura Watkins Utterback focuses on construction, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Laura Watkins Utterback practiced law?
Laura Watkins Utterback has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Laura Watkins Utterback go to law school?
Laura Watkins Utterback earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Laura Watkins Utterback for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1993
B.A.
University of Southern California
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1993

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