Atty. Scott Douglas Collins

Atty. Scott Douglas Collins

Scott Douglas Collins is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Scott Douglas Collins at a glance

Scott Douglas Collins is a Dep. Dist. Atty., Dist. Atty. Off. based in Los Angeles, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1989) and University of California, San Diego (B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Scott Douglas Collins is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Scott practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Douglas Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Douglas Collins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Los Angeles 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 Scott Douglas Collins's law office located?
Scott Douglas Collins's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Douglas Collins handle?
Scott Douglas Collins focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Scott Douglas Collins practiced law?
Scott Douglas Collins has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Scott Douglas Collins go to law school?
Scott Douglas Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1989
B.A.
University of California, San Diego
- 1986

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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