Atty. Merrie Turner Lightner

Atty. Merrie Turner Lightner

Merrie Turner Lightner is a lawyer practicing landlord tenant agreements, civil rights, constitutional law and 3 other areas of law. Merrie received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Merrie Turner Lightner at a glance

Merrie Turner Lightner is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Lightner Property Group. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on contracts, real estate, civil rights, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (1981). Educated at University of California School of Law, Davis (J.D., 1980) and Pomona College (B.A., 1976). Active member of San Francisco Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Merrie Turner Lightner is a lawyer practicing landlord tenant agreements, civil rights, constitutional law and 3 other areas of law
  • Merrie received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Merrie practices at Lightner Property Group in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Merrie Turner Lightner's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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 Merrie Turner Lightner

Where is Merrie Turner Lightner's law office located?
Merrie Turner Lightner's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Lightner Property Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Merrie Turner Lightner handle?
Merrie Turner Lightner focuses on contracts, real estate, civil rights, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Merrie Turner Lightner practiced law?
Merrie Turner Lightner has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Merrie Turner Lightner go to law school?
Merrie Turner Lightner earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Merrie Turner Lightner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Davis
- 1980
B.A.
Pomona College
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981

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