Atty. William Steven Dato

Atty. William Steven Dato

William Steven Dato is a lawyer practicing civil appeals. William received a A.B. degree from San Diego State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

San Diego San Diego 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About William Steven Dato at a glance

William Steven Dato is a Supr. Ct. J. based in San Diego, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at University of California School of Law at Los Angeles (J.D., 1980) and San Diego State University (A.B., 1977). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Steven Dato is a lawyer practicing civil appeals
  • William received a A.B. degree from San Diego State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • William practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Steven Dato's Areas of Practice

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

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 San Diego 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 Steven Dato's law office located?
William Steven Dato's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Steven Dato handle?
William Steven Dato focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Steven Dato practiced law?
William Steven Dato has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did William Steven Dato go to law school?
William Steven Dato earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.B., 1977).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law at Los Angeles
- 1980
A.B.
San Diego State University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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