Atty. Richard Sharp Whitmore

Atty. Richard Sharp Whitmore

Richard Sharp Whitmore is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, municipal law, labor & employment. Richard received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Sharp Whitmore at a glance

Richard Sharp Whitmore is a Retired Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Liebert Cassidy Whitmore. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on employment and government. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1967), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1967), U.S. Supreme Court (1985), and U.S., District Court, Eastern and Southern District of California (1987). Educated at Stanford University School of Law (J.D., 1967) and Stanford University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palo Alto, Santa Clara County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Sharp Whitmore is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, municipal law, labor & employment
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Richard practices at Liebert Cassidy Whitmore in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Sharp Whitmore's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Francisco 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 Sharp Whitmore

Where is Richard Sharp Whitmore's law office located?
Richard Sharp Whitmore's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Liebert Cassidy Whitmore. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Sharp Whitmore handle?
Richard Sharp Whitmore focuses on employment, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Sharp Whitmore practiced law?
Richard Sharp Whitmore has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Richard Sharp Whitmore go to law school?
Richard Sharp Whitmore earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Richard Sharp Whitmore for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Sharp Whitmore directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Richard Sharp Whitmore received?
Richard Sharp Whitmore's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University School of Law
- 1967
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985
U.S., District Court, Eastern and Southern District of California
Admitted: 1987

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