Atty. Robert Irvine Westerfield

Atty. Robert Irvine Westerfield

Robert Irvine Westerfield is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage law, construction litigation, environmental law and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Irvine Westerfield at a glance

Robert Irvine Westerfield is a Partner based in Walnut Creek, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, environmental, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1983). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1983) and Indiana University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Contra Costa County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Irvine Westerfield is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage law, construction litigation, environmental law and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Robert practices in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Irvine Westerfield's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Irvine Westerfield 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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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Robert Irvine Westerfield is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Walnut Creek 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 Irvine Westerfield

Where is Robert Irvine Westerfield's law office located?
Robert Irvine Westerfield's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Irvine Westerfield handle?
Robert Irvine Westerfield focuses on business, construction, litigation, environmental, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Irvine Westerfield practiced law?
Robert Irvine Westerfield has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Robert Irvine Westerfield go to law school?
Robert Irvine Westerfield earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Robert Irvine Westerfield for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Irvine Westerfield received?
Robert Irvine Westerfield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1983
B.A.
Indiana University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983

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