Atty. Stephen Jerome Riggs

Atty. Stephen Jerome Riggs

Stephen Jerome Riggs is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business law, business litigation and 11 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Santa Ana Santa Ana 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Stephen Jerome Riggs at a glance

Stephen Jerome Riggs is a Member based in Santa Ana, California, practicing at Law Office of Stephen J. Riggs. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, real estate, and securities. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1978). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in Santa Ana, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Jerome Riggs is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business law, business litigation and 11 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Stephen practices at Law Office of Stephen J. Riggs in Santa Ana, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Jerome Riggs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Jerome Riggs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Securities Law

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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 Santa Ana 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 Stephen Jerome Riggs

Where is Stephen Jerome Riggs's law office located?
Stephen Jerome Riggs's law practice is located in Santa Ana, California. The firm is Law Office of Stephen J. Riggs. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Jerome Riggs handle?
Stephen Jerome Riggs focuses on contracts, employment, business, real estate, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Jerome Riggs practiced law?
Stephen Jerome Riggs has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Stephen Jerome Riggs go to law school?
Stephen Jerome Riggs earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Stephen Jerome Riggs for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1982
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982

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