Atty. Philip Henry Shecter
Philip Henry Shecter is a lawyer practicing family law, mediation, collaboration and 10 other areas of law. Philip received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.
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Philip Henry Shecter is a Managing Partner based in San Carlos, California, practicing at Law Offices of Philip H. Shecter, APC. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (1969) and U.S. Federal Courts (1969). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 1968) and University of San Francisco (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Carlos, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Philip Henry Shecter is a lawyer practicing family law, mediation, collaboration and 10 other areas of law
- Philip received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Philip practices at Law Offices of Philip H. Shecter, APC in San Carlos, CA
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Philip Henry Shecter's Areas of Practice
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Philip Henry Shecter is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in California →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Philip Henry Shecter is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Philip Henry Shecter is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Philip Henry Shecter is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
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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 Carlos 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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