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Atty. Sheila I. Patterson

Atty. Sheila I. Patterson

Sheila I. Patterson is a lawyer practicing civil and environmental litigation, land use.

Irvine Irvine 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (949) 779-3118 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Sheila I. Patterson at a glance

Sheila I. Patterson is a zoning and litigation attorney based in Irvine, California. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in California (1982) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1983). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Irvine (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sheila I. Patterson is a lawyer practicing civil and environmental litigation, land use
  • Sheila received a B.A. degree from University of California at Irvine in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Sheila practices in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Sheila I. Patterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheila I. Patterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

Sheila I. Patterson is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Irvine 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 Sheila I. Patterson

Where is Sheila I. Patterson's law office located?
Sheila I. Patterson's law practice is located in Irvine, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sheila I. Patterson handle?
Sheila I. Patterson focuses on zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Sheila I. Patterson practiced law?
Sheila I. Patterson has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Sheila I. Patterson go to law school?
Sheila I. Patterson earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Sheila I. Patterson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1982
B.A.
University of California at Irvine
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1983

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