Atty. Patrick S. McGinnis

Atty. Patrick S. McGinnis

Patrick S. McGinnis is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, criminal defense, speeding & traffic ticket.

Reno Reno 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (775) 499-0704 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Patrick S. McGinnis at a glance

Patrick S. McGinnis is an Associate based in Reno, Nevada, practicing at Gilbert & Schopper LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Nevada (2002). Educated at Thurgood Marshall School of Law (JD, 2005) and Texas Southern University (—). Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick S. McGinnis is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, criminal defense, speeding & traffic ticket
  • Patrick received a degree from Texas Southern University, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Patrick practices at Gilbert & Schopper LLP in Reno, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick S. McGinnis's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Traffic Violations

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Reno are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada 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 Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick S. McGinnis

Where is Patrick S. McGinnis's law office located?
Patrick S. McGinnis's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. The firm is Gilbert & Schopper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick S. McGinnis handle?
Patrick S. McGinnis focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Patrick S. McGinnis practiced law?
Patrick S. McGinnis has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Patrick S. McGinnis go to law school?
Patrick S. McGinnis earned their education at (JD, 2005); (—).
How can I contact Patrick S. McGinnis for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Thurgood Marshall School of Law
- 2005
Texas Southern University
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 2002

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