Atty. Richard Anthony Derevan

Atty. Richard Anthony Derevan

Richard Anthony Derevan is a lawyer practicing appeals and critical motions, appeals. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of California, Irvine in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Richard Anthony Derevan at a glance

Richard Anthony Derevan is a appellate attorney based in Costa Mesa, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Supreme Court of California United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals, First Circui (1974). Educated at University of California, Irvine (B.A., 1971) and University of California, Hastings College of the Law J.D. 1974 Order of the Coif University of California, Hastings College of the Law J.D. Hastings Law Journal (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Anthony Derevan is a lawyer practicing appeals and critical motions, appeals
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of California, Irvine in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Richard practices in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Anthony Derevan's Areas of Practice

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

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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 Richard Anthony Derevan's law office located?
Richard Anthony Derevan's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Anthony Derevan handle?
Richard Anthony Derevan focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Anthony Derevan practiced law?
Richard Anthony Derevan has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Richard Anthony Derevan go to law school?
Richard Anthony Derevan earned their education at (B.A., 1971); (—).
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What awards or recognition has Richard Anthony Derevan received?
Richard Anthony Derevan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A.
University of California, Irvine
- 1971
University of California, Hastings College of the Law J.D. 1974 Order of the Coif University of California, Hastings College of the Law J.D. Hastings Law Journal
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Supreme Court of California United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals, First Circui
Admitted: 1974

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