Atty. Marshall Scott Fontes

Atty. Marshall Scott Fontes

Marshall Scott Fontes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, civil rights, elder law and 2 other areas of law. Marshall received a degree from Case Western Reserve Un School of Law, Cleveland OH, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Bakersfield Bakersfield 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Marshall Scott Fontes at a glance

Marshall Scott Fontes is a nursing home, litigation, civil rights, and elder law attorney based in Bakersfield, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1989). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1987) and Case Western Reserve Un School of Law, Cleveland OH Miami University, Oxford OH (—). Serands clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marshall Scott Fontes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, civil rights, elder law and 2 other areas of law
  • Marshall received a degree from Case Western Reserve Un School of Law, Cleveland OH, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Marshall practices in Bakersfield, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Marshall Scott Fontes's Areas of Practice

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

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Elder 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 Bakersfield 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 Scott Fontes

Where is Marshall Scott Fontes's law office located?
Marshall Scott Fontes's law practice is located in Bakersfield, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marshall Scott Fontes handle?
Marshall Scott Fontes focuses on nursing home, litigation, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Marshall Scott Fontes practiced law?
Marshall Scott Fontes has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Marshall Scott Fontes go to law school?
Marshall Scott Fontes earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (—).
How can I contact Marshall Scott Fontes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1987
Case Western Reserve Un School of Law, Cleveland OH Miami University, Oxford OH
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1989

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