Atty. Richard R. Spirra

Atty. Richard R. Spirra

Richard R. Spirra is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, communications & media, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law.

San Diego San Diego 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Richard R. Spirra at a glance

Richard R. Spirra is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, appellate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at Stanford University Law School (J.D., 1982) and Ripon College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard R. Spirra is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, communications & media, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Ripon College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Richard practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard R. Spirra's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard R. Spirra 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 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 R. Spirra

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

Education

J.D.
Stanford University Law School
- 1982
B.A.
Ripon College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982

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