Atty. Rodney Alan Cortez

Atty. Rodney Alan Cortez

Rodney Alan Cortez is a lawyer practicing premises liability, medical malpractice, tort defense. Rodney received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Joshua Tree Joshua Tree 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Rodney Alan Cortez at a glance

Rodney Alan Cortez is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Joshua Tree, California. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in California (1995) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1996). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D., 1995) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Joshua Tree, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Rodney Alan Cortez is a lawyer practicing premises liability, medical malpractice, tort defense
  • Rodney received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Rodney practices in Joshua Tree, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Rodney Alan Cortez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rodney Alan Cortez handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Rodney Alan Cortez is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Joshua Tree 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 Rodney Alan Cortez

Where is Rodney Alan Cortez's law office located?
Rodney Alan Cortez's law practice is located in Joshua Tree, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rodney Alan Cortez handle?
Rodney Alan Cortez focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Rodney Alan Cortez practiced law?
Rodney Alan Cortez has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Rodney Alan Cortez go to law school?
Rodney Alan Cortez earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Rodney Alan Cortez for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brigham Young University
- 1995
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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