Atty. Patrick Martin Duffy

Atty. Patrick Martin Duffy

Patrick Martin Duffy is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security disability, personal injury. Patrick received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Encino Encino 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick Martin Duffy at a glance

Patrick Martin Duffy is a Partner based in Encino, California, practicing at The Law Offices Of Goodchild And Duffy A Professional Law Corporation. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in California (1985), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985). Educated at University of Southern California Law Center (J.D., 1985) and Hofstra University (B.A., 1981). Active member of State Bar of California Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick Martin Duffy is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security disability, personal injury
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Patrick practices at The Law Offices of Goodchild & Duffy, A Professional Law Corporation in Encino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Martin Duffy's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Patrick Martin Duffy is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Patrick Martin Duffy is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Patrick Martin Duffy is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in California →

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 Encino 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 Patrick Martin Duffy

Where is Patrick Martin Duffy's law office located?
Patrick Martin Duffy's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is The Law Offices Of Goodchild And Duffy A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Martin Duffy handle?
Patrick Martin Duffy focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Patrick Martin Duffy practiced law?
Patrick Martin Duffy has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Patrick Martin Duffy go to law school?
Patrick Martin Duffy earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Patrick Martin Duffy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California Law Center
- 1985
B.A.
Hofstra University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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