Atty. Lori D. Ballance

Atty. Lori D. Ballance

Lori D. Ballance is a lawyer practicing environmental law, airport law, airport land use commission and 6 other areas of law.

Carlsbad Carlsbad 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Lori D. Ballance at a glance

Lori D. Ballance is a Member based in Carlsbad, California, practicing at Gatzke Dillon And Ballance Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on zoning and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1988) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Central Districts of California (1988). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1987) and University of California, San Diego (B.A., 1982). Active member of San Diego County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Environmental Professionals. Serands clients in Carlsbad, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lori D. Ballance is a lawyer practicing environmental law, airport law, airport land use commission and 6 other areas of law
  • Lori D. received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Lori D. practices at Gatzke Dillon & Ballance LLP in Carlsbad, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Lori D. Ballance's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lori D. Ballance handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Carlsbad 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 Lori D. Ballance

Where is Lori D. Ballance's law office located?
Lori D. Ballance's law practice is located in Carlsbad, California. The firm is Gatzke Dillon And Ballance Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lori D. Ballance handle?
Lori D. Ballance focuses on zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Lori D. Ballance practiced law?
Lori D. Ballance has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Lori D. Ballance go to law school?
Lori D. Ballance earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Lori D. Ballance for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1987
B.A.
University of California, San Diego
- 1982

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Southern and Central Districts of California
Admitted: 1988

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