Atty. Robert S Gerstein
Robert S Gerstein is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil practice, criminal law and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 61+ Years Experience
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About Robert S Gerstein at a Glance
Robert S Gerstein is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Robert S. Gerstein. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1965). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1964) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Political, 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Past President, Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California California Academy of Appellate Lawyers. Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert S Gerstein
- Robert S Gerstein is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil practice, criminal law and 1 other area of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Robert practices at Robert S. Gerstein in Santa Monica, CA
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Robert S Gerstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert S Gerstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Criminal Defense in Santa Monica
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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Civil Litigation in Santa Monica
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Appellate Practice in Santa Monica
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica
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 Monica 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.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-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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Why Clients in Santa Monica Choose Robert S Gerstein
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 Robert S Gerstein's practice in the field of criminal defense, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert S Gerstein brings 61+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, litigation, and appellate, Robert S Gerstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means Robert S Gerstein 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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