Atty. Paula M. Harrelson

Atty. Paula M. Harrelson

Criminal Law Moot Court Semi-Finalist, 1992. Certified Law Clerk, San Diego District Attorney's Office and The Long Beach City Prosecutor's Office.

Santa Ana Santa Ana 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (714) 602-3843 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Paula M. Harrelson at a glance

Paula M. Harrelson is an Associate based in Santa Ana, California, practicing at Prenovost, Normandin, Dawe & Rocha A.P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1993), U.S. District Court, District of California (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1995). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law (J.D., 1993) and California State University (B.A., 1981). Active member of Orange County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Ana, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Criminal Law Moot Court Semi-Finalist, 1992
  • Certified Law Clerk, San Diego District Attorney's Office and The Long Beach City Prosecutor's Office
  • Judicial Extern for the Honorable John C. Woollo the Orange County Superior Court
  • Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager for Cal Bank

Practice Areas Explained

Paula M. Harrelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paula M. Harrelson 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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Real Estate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Santa Ana 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 Paula M. Harrelson

Where is Paula M. Harrelson's law office located?
Paula M. Harrelson's law practice is located in Santa Ana, California. The firm is Prenovost, Normandin, Dawe & Rocha A.P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paula M. Harrelson handle?
Paula M. Harrelson focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Paula M. Harrelson practiced law?
Paula M. Harrelson has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Paula M. Harrelson go to law school?
Paula M. Harrelson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Paula M. Harrelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
California State University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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