Atty. Rick Sharma
Rick Sharma is a lawyer practicing litigation. Rick received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years.
Litigation Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 27+ Years Experience
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About Rick Sharma at a Glance
Rick Sharma is a litigation attorney based in Palo Alto, California. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in New York (inactive) (1999) and Massachusetts (1999). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1998) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1995). Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rick Sharma
- Rick Sharma is a lawyer practicing litigation
- Rick received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years
- Rick practices in Palo Alto, CA
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Rick Sharma's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rick Sharma handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Civil Litigation in Palo Alto
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto
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 Palo Alto 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 venue, 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.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Palo Alto Choose Rick Sharma
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Rick Sharma's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Rick Sharma brings 27+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York (inactive) and Massachusetts, Rick Sharma can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Rick Sharma's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Rick Sharma attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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