Atty. Marilyn Raia

Atty. Marilyn Raia

Marilyn Raia is a lawyer practicing commercial, admiralty & maritime, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Marilyn received a B.A. degree from University of California at Riverside in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Marilyn Raia at a glance

Marilyn Raia is an Of Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, insurance, and maritime. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern, and (1976). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1976) and University of California at Riverside (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marilyn Raia is a lawyer practicing commercial, admiralty & maritime, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Marilyn received a B.A. degree from University of California at Riverside in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Marilyn practices at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Marilyn Raia's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Maritime & Admiralty 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 San Francisco 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 Marilyn Raia

Where is Marilyn Raia's law office located?
Marilyn Raia's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marilyn Raia handle?
Marilyn Raia focuses on business, litigation, insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Marilyn Raia practiced law?
Marilyn Raia has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Marilyn Raia go to law school?
Marilyn Raia earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Marilyn Raia for a consultation?
You can contact Marilyn Raia directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Marilyn Raia received?
Marilyn Raia's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1976
B.A.
University of California at Riverside
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern, and
Admitted: 1976

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