Atty. William Robert Devine

Atty. William Robert Devine

William Robert Devine is a lawyer practicing land use, real estate, energy & cleantech and 4 other areas of law. William Robert received a M.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Irvine Irvine 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (949) 418-5645

Profile Summary

About William Robert Devine at a glance

William Robert Devine is a Partner based in Irvine, California, practicing at Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory And Natsis Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1981), California (1983), and Washington (1992). Educated at Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School (J.D., 1981) and Brigham Young University (M.S. California, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Robert Devine is a lawyer practicing land use, real estate, energy & cleantech and 4 other areas of law
  • William Robert received a M.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • William Robert practices at Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Robert Devine's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

William Robert Devine is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

William Robert Devine is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Irvine 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 venue, 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 William Robert Devine

Where is William Robert Devine's law office located?
William Robert Devine's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory And Natsis Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Robert Devine handle?
William Robert Devine focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Robert Devine practiced law?
William Robert Devine has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William Robert Devine go to law school?
William Robert Devine earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.S. California, 1978).
How can I contact William Robert Devine for a consultation?
You can contact William Robert Devine directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Robert Devine received?
William Robert Devine's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School
- 1981
M.S. California
Brigham Young University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1981
California
Admitted: 1983
Washington
Admitted: 1992

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