Atty. Richard Jay Cutler

Atty. Richard Jay Cutler

Richard Jay Cutler is a lawyer practicing environmental law, criminal law, criminal defense. Richard received a B.A. degree from Tufts University, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Sunnyvale Sunnyvale 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Jay Cutler at a glance

Richard Jay Cutler is an Office of the Attorney General based in Sunnyvale, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (1983) and California (1990). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Tufts University B.A. summa cum laude Tufts University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Serands clients in Sunnyvale, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Jay Cutler is a lawyer practicing environmental law, criminal law, criminal defense
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Tufts University, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Richard practices in Sunnyvale, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Jay Cutler's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource 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 Sunnyvale 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 Jay Cutler

Where is Richard Jay Cutler's law office located?
Richard Jay Cutler's law practice is located in Sunnyvale, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Jay Cutler handle?
Richard Jay Cutler focuses on criminal defense, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Jay Cutler practiced law?
Richard Jay Cutler has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Richard Jay Cutler go to law school?
Richard Jay Cutler earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (—).
How can I contact Richard Jay Cutler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
- 1982
Tufts University B.A. summa cum laude Tufts University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
California
Admitted: 1990

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