Atty. Roy Owen Chernus

Atty. Roy Owen Chernus

Roy Owen Chernus is a lawyer practicing business law, corporate securities law, civil trial. Roy received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Novato Novato 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Roy Owen Chernus at a glance

Roy Owen Chernus is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Novato, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1978) and George Washington University (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Novato, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Roy Owen Chernus is a lawyer practicing business law, corporate securities law, civil trial
  • Roy received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Roy practices in Novato, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Roy Owen Chernus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roy Owen Chernus 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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Securities Law

Roy Owen Chernus is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Roy Owen Chernus is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Novato 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 Roy Owen Chernus

Where is Roy Owen Chernus's law office located?
Roy Owen Chernus's law practice is located in Novato, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roy Owen Chernus handle?
Roy Owen Chernus focuses on business, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Roy Owen Chernus practiced law?
Roy Owen Chernus has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Roy Owen Chernus go to law school?
Roy Owen Chernus earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Roy Owen Chernus for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1978
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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