Atty. Laurence Walker Dempsey

Atty. Laurence Walker Dempsey

Laurence Walker Dempsey is a lawyer practicing health care mergers and acquisitions, hospital administration, medical ethics and 17 other areas of law. Laurence received a B.A. degree from Virginia Military Institute in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Modesto Modesto 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Laurence Walker Dempsey at a glance

Laurence Walker Dempsey is an Of Counsel based in Modesto, California, practicing at Damrell, Nelson, Schrimp, Pallios, Pacher & Silva A Professional Corporation. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, business, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1977) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1977). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Virginia Military Institute (B.A., 1970). Active member of Stanislaus County Bar Association State Bar of California American Health Lawyers Association California Society of Healthcare Attorneys. Serands clients in Modesto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Laurence Walker Dempsey is a lawyer practicing health care mergers and acquisitions, hospital administration, medical ethics and 17 other areas of law
  • Laurence received a B.A. degree from Virginia Military Institute in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Laurence practices at Damrell, Nelson, Schrimp, Pallios, Pacher & Silva A Professional Corporation in Modesto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Laurence Walker Dempsey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laurence Walker Dempsey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Laurence Walker Dempsey is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Laurence Walker Dempsey

Where is Laurence Walker Dempsey's law office located?
Laurence Walker Dempsey's law practice is located in Modesto, California. The firm is Damrell, Nelson, Schrimp, Pallios, Pacher & Silva A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laurence Walker Dempsey handle?
Laurence Walker Dempsey focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, business, m&a, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Laurence Walker Dempsey practiced law?
Laurence Walker Dempsey has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Laurence Walker Dempsey go to law school?
Laurence Walker Dempsey earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Laurence Walker Dempsey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
Virginia Military Institute
- 1970

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1977

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