Atty. Nancy Rader Whitehead

Atty. Nancy Rader Whitehead

Nancy Rader Whitehead is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, wrongful termination defense, employment defense and 4 other areas of law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from California State Polytechnic University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Newport Beach Newport Beach 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Nancy Rader Whitehead at a glance

Nancy Rader Whitehead is a Member based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Scott And Whitehead. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central, Southern and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Cour (1982). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1982) and California State Polytechnic University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Labor and Employment Law Business Litigation) State Bar of California Orange County Women Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nancy Rader Whitehead is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, wrongful termination defense, employment defense and 4 other areas of law
  • Nancy received a B.A. degree from California State Polytechnic University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Nancy practices at Scott & Whitehead in Newport Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Nancy Rader Whitehead's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

Nancy Rader Whitehead is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Nancy Rader Whitehead is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Newport Beach 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 Nancy Rader Whitehead

Where is Nancy Rader Whitehead's law office located?
Nancy Rader Whitehead's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Scott And Whitehead. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nancy Rader Whitehead handle?
Nancy Rader Whitehead focuses on wrongful termination, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Nancy Rader Whitehead practiced law?
Nancy Rader Whitehead has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Nancy Rader Whitehead go to law school?
Nancy Rader Whitehead earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Nancy Rader Whitehead for a consultation?
You can contact Nancy Rader Whitehead 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 Nancy Rader Whitehead received?
Nancy Rader Whitehead's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1982
B.A.
California State Polytechnic University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central, Southern and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Cour
Admitted: 1982

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