Atty. Patrick Ward Dennis
Patrick Ward Dennis is a lawyer practicing environmental litigation and mass tort, administrative law and regulatory practice, transnational litigation and foreign judgments and 2 other areas of law. Patrick received a degree from University of California - Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Administrative Law And Regulatory Practice & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 44+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Ward Dennis at a Glance
Patrick Ward Dennis is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, product liability, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at University of California - Los Angeles (Bachelor, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Ward Dennis
- Patrick Ward Dennis is a lawyer practicing environmental litigation and mass tort, administrative law and regulatory practice, transnational litigation and foreign judgments and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a degree from University of California - Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Patrick practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Ward Dennis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Ward Dennis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick Ward Dennis is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Product Liability in Los Angeles
Patrick Ward Dennis is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick Ward Dennis is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Environmental Law in Los Angeles
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Patrick Ward Dennis is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →
Government & Administrative Law in Los Angeles
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Patrick Ward Dennis is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Patrick Ward Dennis
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 Ward Dennis's practice in the field of employment, product liability, litigation, environmental, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Ward Dennis brings 44+ 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 employment, product liability, and litigation, Patrick Ward Dennis 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 Ward Dennis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick Ward Dennis Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick Ward Dennis has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick Ward Dennis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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