Atty. Meryl Macklin

Atty. Meryl Macklin

Meryl Macklin is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust & trade law, environmental and natural resources. Meryl received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Meryl Macklin at a glance

Meryl Macklin is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on litigation and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1985), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1984) and Yale University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Meryl Macklin is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust & trade law, environmental and natural resources
  • Meryl received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Meryl practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Meryl Macklin's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource 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 Meryl Macklin

Where is Meryl Macklin's law office located?
Meryl Macklin's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Meryl Macklin handle?
Meryl Macklin focuses on litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Meryl Macklin practiced law?
Meryl Macklin has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Meryl Macklin go to law school?
Meryl Macklin earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Meryl Macklin for a consultation?
You can contact Meryl Macklin 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 Meryl Macklin received?
Meryl Macklin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley
- 1984
B.A.
Yale University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1989
Colorado
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2000
Florida Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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