Atty. Patrick Denis Moran
Patrick Denis Moran is a lawyer practicing criminal (appeals) law, civil appeals, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Patrick received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1962, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Civil Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 51+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Denis Moran at a Glance
Patrick Denis Moran is a Dep. Dist. Atty. based in Los Angeles, California. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1975) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1962). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Denis Moran
- Patrick Denis Moran is a lawyer practicing criminal (appeals) law, civil appeals, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1962, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Patrick practices in Los Angeles, CA
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Patrick Denis Moran's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Denis Moran handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Criminal Defense in Los Angeles
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Civil Rights in Los Angeles
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Appellate Practice in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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 venue, 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Patrick Denis Moran
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick Denis Moran's practice in the field of criminal defense, civil rights, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Denis Moran brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, civil rights, and appellate, Patrick Denis Moran can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Patrick Denis Moran attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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