Atty. Paul John Derania

Atty. Paul John Derania

Paul John Derania is a lawyer practicing litigation, contracts, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years.

San Jose San Jose 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Paul John Derania at a glance

Paul John Derania is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at Paul J. Derania. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal C (1984). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1983) and Santa Clara University (B.A. Santa, 1974). Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul John Derania is a lawyer practicing litigation, contracts, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Paul practices at Paul J. Derania in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul John Derania's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 San Jose 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 John Derania

Where is Paul John Derania's law office located?
Paul John Derania's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is Paul J. Derania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul John Derania handle?
Paul John Derania focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Paul John Derania practiced law?
Paul John Derania has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Paul John Derania go to law school?
Paul John Derania earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Santa, 1974).
How can I contact Paul John Derania for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1983
B.A. Santa
Santa Clara University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal C
Admitted: 1984

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