Atty. Patrick Gerald Cherry
Patrick Gerald Cherry is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil litigation, law and motion and 1 other area of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1974, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Ventura, CA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Gerald Cherry at a Glance
Patrick Gerald Cherry is a Member based in Ventura, California, practicing at Taylor, McCord, Praver & Cherry. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on family law, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1992), United States District Court, Central District of California (1992), and United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1993). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1991) and University of Oklahoma (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ventura County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serves clients in Ventura, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Gerald Cherry
- Patrick Gerald Cherry is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil litigation, law and motion and 1 other area of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1974, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Patrick practices at Taylor, McCord, Praver & Cherry in Ventura, CA
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Patrick Gerald Cherry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Gerald Cherry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Ventura.
Family Law in Ventura
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Civil Litigation in Ventura
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Appellate Practice in Ventura
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ventura
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 Ventura 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.
Ventura Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Ventura-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ventura Choose Patrick Gerald Cherry
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 Gerald Cherry's practice in the field of family law, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Gerald Cherry brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, United States District Court, Central District of California, and United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Patrick Gerald Cherry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, litigation, and appellate, Patrick Gerald Cherry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Ventura
A Ventura-based practice means Patrick Gerald Cherry 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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Common Legal Issues Patrick Gerald Cherry Handles in Ventura
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