Atty. Steven Edward McGovern

Atty. Steven Edward McGovern

Steven Edward McGovern is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, subrogation law and 1 other area of law. Steven Edward received a degree from California St University Humboldt, Arcata CA, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Edward McGovern at a glance

Steven Edward McGovern is a personal injury, business, and litigation attorney based in Santa Barbara, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Washington (1983) and California (1999). Educated at University of Puget Sound (J.D., 1983) and California St University Humboldt, Arcata CA Seattle University School of Law, Seattle WA Humboldt State University (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Edward McGovern is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, subrogation law and 1 other area of law
  • Steven Edward received a degree from California St University Humboldt, Arcata CA, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Steven Edward practices in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Edward McGovern's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Edward McGovern handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Steven Edward McGovern is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

Steven Edward McGovern is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

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 Barbara 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 Steven Edward McGovern

Where is Steven Edward McGovern's law office located?
Steven Edward McGovern's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Edward McGovern handle?
Steven Edward McGovern focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Steven Edward McGovern practiced law?
Steven Edward McGovern has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Steven Edward McGovern go to law school?
Steven Edward McGovern earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Steven Edward McGovern for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Puget Sound
- 1983
B.A.
California St University Humboldt, Arcata CA Seattle University School of Law, Seattle WA Humboldt State University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1983
California
Admitted: 1999

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