Atty. Richard A. Jaffe

Atty. Richard A. Jaffe

Richard A. Jaffe is a lawyer practicing litigation-commercial, administrative and public, criminal law and 4 other areas of law.

Sacramento Sacramento 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (279) 241-0845 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Richard A. Jaffe at a glance

Richard A. Jaffe is a Member based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Richard Jaffe, Esq.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), Texas (1991), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third and Fifth Circuits, U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern and (1992), and California (2013). Educated at Columbia University Law School (J.D., 1979) and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard A. Jaffe is a lawyer practicing litigation-commercial, administrative and public, criminal law and 4 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Richard practices at Richard Jaffe, Esq. in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard A. Jaffe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard A. Jaffe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative 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 Sacramento 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 Richard A. Jaffe

Where is Richard A. Jaffe's law office located?
Richard A. Jaffe's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Richard Jaffe, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard A. Jaffe handle?
Richard A. Jaffe focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard A. Jaffe practiced law?
Richard A. Jaffe has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Richard A. Jaffe go to law school?
Richard A. Jaffe earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Richard A. Jaffe for a consultation?
You can contact Richard A. Jaffe directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Richard A. Jaffe received?
Richard A. Jaffe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University Law School
- 1979
B.A.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
Texas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third and Fifth Circuits, U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern and
Admitted: 1992
California
Admitted: 2013

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