Atty. Robert Stephen Hanna

Atty. Robert Stephen Hanna

Robert Stephen Hanna is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, general practice and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Texas Christian University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Robert Stephen Hanna is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Santa Barbara, California. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in California (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1995), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1998). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1992) and Texas Christian University (B.S. Chemistry, 1986). Active member of Mono County Bar Association. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Stephen Hanna is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, general practice and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Texas Christian University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Robert practices in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Stephen Hanna's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Stephen Hanna handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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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Where is Robert Stephen Hanna's law office located?
Robert Stephen Hanna's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Stephen Hanna handle?
Robert Stephen Hanna focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Stephen Hanna practiced law?
Robert Stephen Hanna has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Robert Stephen Hanna go to law school?
Robert Stephen Hanna earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. Chemistry, 1986).
How can I contact Robert Stephen Hanna for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1992
B.S. Chemistry
Texas Christian University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1998

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