Atty. Maureen Michele Bodo

Atty. Maureen Michele Bodo

Maureen Michele Bodo is a lawyer practicing death penalty, criminal defense. Maureen received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1979, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Santa Cruz Santa Cruz 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Maureen Michele Bodo is a criminal defense attorney based in Santa Cruz, California. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1991) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1979). Serands clients in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Maureen Michele Bodo is a lawyer practicing death penalty, criminal defense
  • Maureen received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1979, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Maureen practices in Santa Cruz, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Maureen Michele Bodo's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Santa Cruz 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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Maureen Michele Bodo's law practice is located in Santa Cruz, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Maureen Michele Bodo focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Maureen Michele Bodo practiced law?
Maureen Michele Bodo has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
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Maureen Michele Bodo earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (A.B., 1979).
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1991
A.B.
Georgetown University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991

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