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Atty. Nanci E. Nishimura

Atty. Nanci E. Nishimura

Commissioner, California Commission on Judicial Performance, 2015-2019; 2011-2015; Commissioner, California State Bar Judicial Nominees Evaluation Commission, 2005-2008, 2010 (pro tem); Daily Journal Top Women Litigators (2010); "When Judges Cross the Line", Lawyering Skills Program, State Bar of California Annual Meeting (October 2012/2013/2014); "Judicial Behavior in the Courtroom", Continuing Education of the Bar (November 2013); "School Finance: State's Future Mortgaged to Wall Street Bond Scam", The San Francisco Chronicle, Insight (September 2013); "Career Options and Opportunities," Cal

Burlingame Burlingame 35 Years Experience 35 year
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About Nanci E. Nishimura at a glance

Nanci E. Nishimura is a Partner based in Burlingame, California, practforg at Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP. They haand 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in California (1991) and U.S. Supreme Court (1999). Educated at The Columbus School of Law, The Catholic University, Washington, D.C. (J.D., 1989) and University of Southern California (B.A. University, 1975). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Burlingame, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Commissioner, California Commission on Judicial Performance, 2015-2019
  • 2011-2015
  • Commissioner, California State Bar Judicial Nominees Evaluation Commission, 2005-2008, 2010 (pro tem)
  • Daily Journal Top Women Litigators (2010)
  • "When Judges Cross the Line", Lawyering Skills Program, State Bar of California Annual Meeting (October 2012/2013/2014)
  • "Judicial Behavior in the Courtroom", Continuing Education of the Bar (November 2013)
  • "School Finance: State's Future Mortgaged to Wall Street Bond Scam", The San Francisco Chronicle, Insight (September 2013)
  • "Career Options and Opportunities," California Women Lawyers Annual Conference (April 2012)
  • "Doing Justice and Finding Fulfillment in the Law," California Women Lawyers Annual Conference (April 2011)
  • "Diversity, Rainmaking and Success in the Legal Profession," California Women Lawyers Affiliates Conference (June 2010)
  • "Women Breaking Through in 2009: Capitalizing On Opportunities" (October 2009)
  • "Developing Your Oral Argument Style," California Women Lawyers Annual Conference (June 2009)
  • "Ethics: How to Keep Your Boss Out of Trouble," San Mateo County Legal Secretaries Association (July 2008)
  • "Pathways to the Bench: Judicial Appointments," California Women Lawyers 2008 Annual Conference, "Making Our Voices Count" (June 2008)
  • "Strategies for Class Action and Coordination Proceedings," Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 2008 Litigators Forum, "Class Actions in Action" (February 2008)
  • Co-author, "An Invasion of Privacy: The Media's Involvement in Law Enforcement Activities," (1999)

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Burlingame 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 substantiand 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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Where is Nanci E. Nishimura's law office located?
Nanci E. Nishimura's law practice is located in Burlingame, California. The firm is Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Nanci E. Nishimura practiced law?
Nanci E. Nishimura has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Nanci E. Nishimura go to law school?
Nanci E. Nishimura earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A. University, 1975).
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What awards or recognition has Nanci E. Nishimura receiandd?
Nanci E. Nishimura's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
The Columbus School of Law, The Catholic University, Washington, D.C.
- 1989
B.A. University
University of Southern California
- 1975

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999

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