Atty. Sharon Lynn Hightower

Atty. Sharon Lynn Hightower

Sharon Lynn Hightower is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, psychology malpractice, school districts and 4 other areas of law. Sharon received a B.A. degree from St.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Sharon Lynn Hightower at a glance

Sharon Lynn Hightower is a Partner based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Foran Glennon Palandech Ponzi & Rudloff PC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, education, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987). Educated at Lincoln University (J.D., 1987) and St. Mary's College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association American Dental Hygienist Association California Dental Hygienist Association California Trial Lawyers Association Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sharon Lynn Hightower is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, psychology malpractice, school districts and 4 other areas of law
  • Sharon received a B.A. degree from St. Mary's College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Sharon practices at Foran Glennon Palandech Ponzi & Rudloff PC in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Sharon Lynn Hightower's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sharon Lynn Hightower 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Sharon Lynn Hightower is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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

Common questions about Sharon Lynn Hightower

Where is Sharon Lynn Hightower's law office located?
Sharon Lynn Hightower's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is Foran Glennon Palandech Ponzi & Rudloff PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sharon Lynn Hightower handle?
Sharon Lynn Hightower focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, education, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Sharon Lynn Hightower practiced law?
Sharon Lynn Hightower has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Sharon Lynn Hightower go to law school?
Sharon Lynn Hightower earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Sharon Lynn Hightower for a consultation?
You can contact Sharon Lynn Hightower directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Sharon Lynn Hightower received?
Sharon Lynn Hightower's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Lincoln University
- 1987
B.A.
St. Mary's College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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