Atty. Robert Alan Dahlstedt

Atty. Robert Alan Dahlstedt

Robert Alan Dahlstedt is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, expungement, juvenile and 1 other area of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from University of Southern California in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Robert Alan Dahlstedt at a glance

Robert Alan Dahlstedt is a criminal defense, juvenile, traffic, and expungement attorney based in Santa Barbara, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at University of California (J.D., 1980) and University of Southern California (A.B., 1977). Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Alan Dahlstedt is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, expungement, juvenile and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from University of Southern California in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Robert practices in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Alan Dahlstedt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Alan Dahlstedt 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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Juvenile Law

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Traffic Violations

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Expungement & Sealing

Robert Alan Dahlstedt is one of 5,311 expungement attorneys indexed nationally. Browse expungement attorneys in California →

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 Santa Barbara 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 Robert Alan Dahlstedt

Where is Robert Alan Dahlstedt's law office located?
Robert Alan Dahlstedt's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Alan Dahlstedt handle?
Robert Alan Dahlstedt focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, traffic, expungement. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Alan Dahlstedt practiced law?
Robert Alan Dahlstedt has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Robert Alan Dahlstedt go to law school?
Robert Alan Dahlstedt earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.B., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
University of California
- 1980
A.B.
University of Southern California
- 1977

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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