Atty. Scott Schoettes

Atty. Scott Schoettes

Scott Schoettes is a lawyer practicing gay and lesbian rights, disabled rights, immigration law and 5 other areas of law. Scott received a B.F.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1989, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Palm Springs Palm Springs 22 yrs experience 22 year
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About Scott Schoettes at a glance

Scott Schoettes is a Lamda Legal Def. & Educational Fund based in Palm Springs, California. They haand 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2004). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 2002) and University of Southern California (B.F.A., 1989). Serands clients in Palm Springs, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Scott Schoettes is a lawyer practicing gay and lesbian rights, disabled rights, immigration law and 5 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.F.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1989, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Scott practices in Palm Springs, CA

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Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Palm Springs 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 substantiand 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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Scott Schoettes's law practice is located in Palm Springs, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Scott Schoettes has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
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Scott Schoettes earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.F.A., 1989).
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 2002
B.F.A.
University of Southern California
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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