Atty. Richard Edward McCarthy

Atty. Richard Edward McCarthy

Richard Edward McCarthy is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction law. Richard received a B.A. degree from U.C.L.A. in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

San Diego San Diego 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Edward McCarthy at a glance

Richard Edward McCarthy is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Solomon Ward Seidenwurm & Smith, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1982) and U.C.L.A. (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Edward McCarthy is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from U.C.L.A. in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Richard practices at Solomon Ward Seidenwurm & Smith, LLP in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Edward McCarthy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Edward McCarthy 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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Construction Law

Richard Edward McCarthy is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Richard Edward McCarthy is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

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 San Diego 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 Edward McCarthy

Where is Richard Edward McCarthy's law office located?
Richard Edward McCarthy's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Solomon Ward Seidenwurm & Smith, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Edward McCarthy handle?
Richard Edward McCarthy focuses on business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Edward McCarthy practiced law?
Richard Edward McCarthy has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Richard Edward McCarthy go to law school?
Richard Edward McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Richard Edward McCarthy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Edward McCarthy received?
Richard Edward McCarthy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
U.C.L.A.
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982

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