Atty. Philip Douglass Kohn

Atty. Philip Douglass Kohn

Philip Douglass Kohn is a lawyer practicing affordable housing/economic development, appellate practice group, condemnation/property valuation and 19 other areas of law. Philip received a degree from University of California Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (760) 558-4070

Profile Summary

About Philip Douglass Kohn at a glance

Philip Douglass Kohn is a Partner based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Rutan Tucker Llp. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, zoning, civil rights, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court for th (1979). Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco CA California State University, Fullerton (B.A. University, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships Associations •Orange County City Attorneys Association Past President. Serves clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Philip Douglass Kohn is a lawyer practicing affordable housing/economic development, appellate practice group, condemnation/property valuation and 19 other areas of law
  • Philip received a degree from University of California Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Philip practices at Rutan & Tucker, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Douglass Kohn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Douglass Kohn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Rights

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Environmental 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 Costa Mesa 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip Douglass Kohn

Where is Philip Douglass Kohn's law office located?
Philip Douglass Kohn's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Rutan Tucker Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Douglass Kohn handle?
Philip Douglass Kohn focuses on employment, real estate, zoning, civil rights, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Philip Douglass Kohn practiced law?
Philip Douglass Kohn has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Philip Douglass Kohn go to law school?
Philip Douglass Kohn earned their education at (B.A. University, 1974).
How can I contact Philip Douglass Kohn for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip Douglass Kohn received?
Philip Douglass Kohn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A. University
University of California Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco CA California State University, Fullerton
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court for th
Admitted: 1979

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