Atty. William Lawrence Belden

Atty. William Lawrence Belden

William Lawrence Belden is a lawyer practicing criminal law. William received a B.A. degree from California State University at Northridge in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

La Quinta La Quinta 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About William Lawrence Belden at a glance

William Lawrence Belden is a Riverside Co. Pub. Def. based in La Quinta, California. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1984). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1984) and California State University at Northridge (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in La Quinta, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Lawrence Belden is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • William received a B.A. degree from California State University at Northridge in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • William practices in La Quinta, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Lawrence Belden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Lawrence Belden handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 La Quinta 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 William Lawrence Belden's law office located?
William Lawrence Belden's law practice is located in La Quinta, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Lawrence Belden handle?
William Lawrence Belden focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Lawrence Belden practiced law?
William Lawrence Belden has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did William Lawrence Belden go to law school?
William Lawrence Belden earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1984
B.A.
California State University at Northridge
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984

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