Atty. Marshall C. Whitney

Atty. Marshall C. Whitney

Selected, Top 10 Northern California Super Lawyer, 2015-2016. Selected, Top 100 Northern California Super Lawyer, 2009-2014.

Fresno Fresno 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (559) 508-8331 Email Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Marshall C. Whitney at a glance

Marshall C. Whitney is a Partner based in Fresno, California, practicing at Whitney Thompson Jeffcoach Llp. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1978) and Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A. Mathematics, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fresno County, Federal. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Selected, Top 10 Northern California Super Lawyer, 2015-2016
  • Selected, Top 100 Northern California Super Lawyer, 2009-2014
  • Selected, Northern California Super Lawyer, 2005-2016
  • Member, Civil Justice Reform Act Advisory Committee for the U.S
  • District Court, Eastern District of California
  • Lawyer Delegate, Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference, 1992-1995
  • Evaluator, Early Neutral Evaluation Program for the U.S
  • District Court, Eastern District of California
  • Co-Administrator, Fresno County Bar Association Fee Dispute Program, 1992-2008
  • Attorney Arbitrator, Fresno County Superior Court Judicial Arbitration Program
  • Certified Specialist in Legal Malpractice Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization

Practice Areas Explained

Marshall C. Whitney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marshall C. Whitney 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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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 Fresno 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 Marshall C. Whitney

Where is Marshall C. Whitney's law office located?
Marshall C. Whitney's law practice is located in Fresno, California. The firm is Whitney Thompson Jeffcoach Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marshall C. Whitney handle?
Marshall C. Whitney focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Marshall C. Whitney practiced law?
Marshall C. Whitney has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Marshall C. Whitney go to law school?
Marshall C. Whitney earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Mathematics, 1973).
How can I contact Marshall C. Whitney for a consultation?
You can contact Marshall C. Whitney 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 Marshall C. Whitney received?
Marshall C. Whitney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1978
B.A. Mathematics
Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978

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