Atty. Robert Ciaffa
Robert Ciaffa is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Robert received a B.A. degree from John Hopkins University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.
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Robert Ciaffa is an Asst. U.S. Atty. based in San Diego, California. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1982), Florida (1989), and California (1995). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D. M.S.F.S., 1982) and John Hopkins University (B.A., 1978). Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Robert Ciaffa is a lawyer practicing criminal law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from John Hopkins University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Robert practices in San Diego, CA
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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 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.
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