Atty. Thomas Andrew Lake

Atty. Thomas Andrew Lake

Thomas Andrew Lake is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Thomas received a B.S.C.E. degree from Valparaiso University in 1969, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Santa Maria Santa Maria 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Thomas Andrew Lake at a glance

Thomas Andrew Lake is a Dep. Dist. Atty. based in Santa Maria, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1978) and Valparaiso University (B.S.C.E., 1969). Serands clients in Santa Maria, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Andrew Lake is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Thomas received a B.S.C.E. degree from Valparaiso University in 1969, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Thomas practices in Santa Maria, CA

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Thomas Andrew Lake's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Andrew Lake handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Maria 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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Where is Thomas Andrew Lake's law office located?
Thomas Andrew Lake's law practice is located in Santa Maria, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Andrew Lake handle?
Thomas Andrew Lake focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Andrew Lake practiced law?
Thomas Andrew Lake has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Thomas Andrew Lake go to law school?
Thomas Andrew Lake earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S.C.E., 1969).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1978
B.S.C.E.
Valparaiso University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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