Atty. Scott Joseph Rafferty

Atty. Scott Joseph Rafferty

Dr. Scott Joseph Rafferty is a lawyer practicing state, local and municipal law.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Joseph Rafferty at a glance

Scott Joseph Rafferty is a government attorney based in Walnut Creek, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1980) and Admitted to The State Bar of California (2003). Educated at Yale Law School New Haven CT Princeton Univ Princeton NJ (—). Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dr. Scott Joseph Rafferty is a lawyer practicing state, local and municipal law
  • Scott received a degree from Yale Law School, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Scott practices in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Joseph Rafferty's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Walnut Creek 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

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Where is Scott Joseph Rafferty's law office located?
Scott Joseph Rafferty's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Joseph Rafferty handle?
Scott Joseph Rafferty focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Scott Joseph Rafferty practiced law?
Scott Joseph Rafferty has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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Education

Yale Law School New Haven CT Princeton Univ Princeton NJ
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Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
Admitted to The State Bar of California
Admitted: 2003

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