Atty. Paul Thomas Beckstein

Atty. Paul Thomas Beckstein

Paul Thomas Beckstein is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Paul received a degree from Associated Colleges of California in 1974, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Paul Thomas Beckstein at a glance

Paul Thomas Beckstein is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Law Offices Of Paul T Beckstein. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1992). Educated at Pacific Coast University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Associated Colleges of California Class of 1974 (—). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association (Member, Criminal Law Section) State Bar of California California Public Defenders Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul Thomas Beckstein is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Paul received a degree from Associated Colleges of California in 1974, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Paul practices at Law Offices of Paul T. Beckstein in Los Angeles, CA

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Paul Thomas Beckstein's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 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 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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Where is Paul Thomas Beckstein's law office located?
Paul Thomas Beckstein's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Law Offices Of Paul T Beckstein. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Thomas Beckstein handle?
Paul Thomas Beckstein focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Paul Thomas Beckstein practiced law?
Paul Thomas Beckstein has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Paul Thomas Beckstein go to law school?
Paul Thomas Beckstein earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (—).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Pacific Coast University School of Law
- 1990
Associated Colleges of California Class of 1974
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992

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