Atty. Richard Harris

Atty. Richard Harris

Richard Harris is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of San Diego in 1974, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Modesto Modesto 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Richard Harris at a glance

Richard Harris is a Dep. Dist. Atty. based in Modesto, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at Ventura College of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of San Diego (B.A. University, 1974). Serands clients in Modesto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Harris is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of San Diego in 1974, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Richard practices in Modesto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Harris's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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 Modesto 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 Harris's law office located?
Richard Harris's law practice is located in Modesto, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Harris handle?
Richard Harris focuses on medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Harris practiced law?
Richard Harris has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Richard Harris go to law school?
Richard Harris earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. University, 1974).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Ventura College of Law
- 1990
B.A. University
University of San Diego
- 1974

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990

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