Atty. Sylvia Ellen Havens

Atty. Sylvia Ellen Havens

Sylvia Ellen Havens is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, labor & employment, civil rights and 2 other areas of law. Sylvia received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Inglewood Inglewood 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Sylvia Ellen Havens at a glance

Sylvia Ellen Havens is a Member based in Inglewood, California, practicing at Marder Havens And Saunders Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1988). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D., 1988) and Rutgers University (B.A. English, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Inglewood, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sylvia Ellen Havens is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, labor & employment, civil rights and 2 other areas of law
  • Sylvia received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Sylvia practices at Marder Havens & Saunders LLP in Inglewood, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Sylvia Ellen Havens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sylvia Ellen Havens handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Inglewood 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 Sylvia Ellen Havens

Where is Sylvia Ellen Havens's law office located?
Sylvia Ellen Havens's law practice is located in Inglewood, California. The firm is Marder Havens And Saunders Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sylvia Ellen Havens handle?
Sylvia Ellen Havens focuses on employment, class action, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Sylvia Ellen Havens practiced law?
Sylvia Ellen Havens has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Sylvia Ellen Havens go to law school?
Sylvia Ellen Havens earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A. English, 1984).
How can I contact Sylvia Ellen Havens for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sylvia Ellen Havens received?
Sylvia Ellen Havens's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University
- 1988
B.A. English
Rutgers University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988

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