Atty. Paul Alan Dorris

Atty. Paul Alan Dorris

Paul Alan Dorris is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, bankruptcy, receiverships and 1 other area of law. Paul received a A.B. degree from University of California at Davis in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Alan Dorris at a glance

Paul Alan Dorris is a Superior Court - Sacramento based in Sacramento, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1989) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals (1989). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1989) and University of California at Davis (A.B., 1986). Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Alan Dorris is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, bankruptcy, receiverships and 1 other area of law
  • Paul received a A.B. degree from University of California at Davis in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Paul practices in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Alan Dorris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Alan Dorris handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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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 Sacramento 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 Paul Alan Dorris

Where is Paul Alan Dorris's law office located?
Paul Alan Dorris's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Alan Dorris handle?
Paul Alan Dorris focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Paul Alan Dorris practiced law?
Paul Alan Dorris has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Paul Alan Dorris go to law school?
Paul Alan Dorris earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.B., 1986).
How can I contact Paul Alan Dorris for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1989
A.B.
University of California at Davis
- 1986

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1989

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