Atty. Patrick Lee Riggs

Atty. Patrick Lee Riggs

Patrick Lee Riggs is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Patrick received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Pleasant Hill Pleasant Hill 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (925) 430-1721

Profile Summary

About Patrick Lee Riggs at a glance

Patrick Lee Riggs is a criminal defense attorney based in Pleasant Hill, California. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at University of San Francisco Law School (J.D., 1990) and San Francisco State University (B.A., 1979). Serves clients in Pleasant Hill, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Patrick Lee Riggs is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Patrick practices in Pleasant Hill, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Lee Riggs's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Pleasant Hill 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.

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Where is Patrick Lee Riggs's law office located?
Patrick Lee Riggs's law practice is located in Pleasant Hill, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Lee Riggs handle?
Patrick Lee Riggs focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Patrick Lee Riggs practiced law?
Patrick Lee Riggs has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Patrick Lee Riggs go to law school?
Patrick Lee Riggs earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1979).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco Law School
- 1990
B.A.
San Francisco State University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991

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