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Alex D Patel
Encino, CA Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationIP and Trademarks
Pepperdine University
Alex Patel, concentrates his practice on the full spectrum of trademark prosecution and litigation, representing individuals and corporations. As a specialist in trademark litigation and domain disputes, he counsels his clients in all phases of disputes on both routine and complex infringment matters.
Mr. Patel prosecutes trademark applications at the USPTO, and has successfully represented clients in federal court, and before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board in ex parte appeals, oppositions, and cancellations.
He has successfully represented clients in ICANN domain name dispute proceedings before the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). He also has experience practicing in the Central District...
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Parag Patel
Clark, NJ Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning, Probate and Tax
New York University School of Law and Georgetown University Law Center
PARAG P. PATEL, ESQ. is a tax attorney with the Patel Law Offices in New Jersey. Mr. Patel’s practice concentration is in tax, business transactions, international tax planning and estate planning. Mr. Patel’s expertise is in all stages of civil and criminal tax controversies including, international tax law, offshore bank accounts and disclosures, civil/criminal examinations, IRS administrative appeals, and other complex litigation. Since 2009, Mr. Patel also serves as Municipal Court Judge for Edison Township, NJ, one of the busiest municipal courts in the state. Edison Township Municipal Court has jurisdiction of vehicular violations, temporary...
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Alexander Zarin
San Diego, CA Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
George Mason University School of Law
Mr. Alexander Zarin, Esq. is The Zarin Law Firm, APC's founder and managing partner. Mr. Zarin brings his extensive experience in legal matters to the firm.
Mr. Zarin focuses all of his efforts in the firm’s family law practice. His areas of expertise include divorce, legal separation, child and spousal support, child custody and visitation, division of property and assets, premarital and post-nuptial agreements, supervised/unsupervised visitation requests, and restraining orders.
Mr. Zarin has litigated vigorously on behalf of his clients in custody and visitation proceedings, child and spousal support hearings, and dissolution proceedings. Handling each case from start to finish, Mr. Zarin...
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Alexander Sanchez
New York, NY Attorney with 43 years of experience
Criminal, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Call 718-665-0112 for an experienced criminal defense lawyer. Office located in Bronx, New York City, next to the Bronx Courthouse.
Arrested? Charged with a crime, or wanted by the police? It may be time to consult with a criminal defense attorney. If you are in trouble with the law, do not attempt to handle the matter yourself. You may be waiving important rights, and not even know it. Instead, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney who understands the criminal justice system.
Alexander Sanchez has been a criminal attorney in Bronx, New York, for nearly 30 years. He has tried hundreds of criminal...
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Alex Jean
Pompano Beach, FL Lawyer
(954) 388-8095
1937 E. Atlantic Blvd.
Suite 205
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
Criminal and Personal Injury
Nova Southeastern University
Alex Jean, Esq. is a partner at Long & Jean, P.A. Mr. Jean is a Fort Lauderdale native, where he attended Cardinal Gibbons High School and received his B.S. in Legal Studies from University of Central Florida.
Mr. Jean received his Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law. Mr. Jean served as a Certified Legal Intern for the Broward County Public Defender’s Office, handling felony and misdemeanor cases. In 2015, Mr. Jean began specializing in civil litigation aggressively fighting insurance companies and helping clients in their recovery and obtaining compensation for their pain and suffering. With...
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Sandra Thompson
Philadelphia, PA Lawyer
Business, Civil Rights, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
For more than 18 years, Sandra Thompson Esq. has worked to better the lives of her clients. She has worked in various aspects of the law as a case manager in a children's group home, a therapeutic support worker, a probation officer and as an attorney in private practice.
Sandra Thompson served York County, PA as an assistant district attorney and an assistant public defender. She knows the ins and outs of the district attorney's office, such as how they prepare for their cases and how they tackle cases in court.
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Sandra K. Alexander
West Bloomfield Township, MI Attorney with 23 years of experience
(248) 865-2500
7125 Orchard Lake Rd
301
West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322
Bankruptcy, Business, Collections and Estate Planning
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Alex Patel
Los Angeles, CA Attorney with 26 years of experience
IP
Pepperdine Univ School of Law
Alexis Alexander Phocas
San Diego, CA Lawyer with 27 years of experience
University of California, Berkeley School of Law and University of California, Berkeley School of Law
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Hiten H. Patel
10.0
(1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfSouthaven, MS Attorney with 14 years of experience
Criminal
Mississippi College School of Law
Hiten H. Patel is the Founder and Managing Attorney of HP Attorneys, PLLC, a North Mississippi law firm that practices Criminal Defense, Business Law, Personal Injury, Collections and other General Civil Litigation. Hiten has over ten years of experience in criminal and civil litigation, including trial experience in Mississippi and Alabama. Hiten graduated from Auburn University with a degree in political science, and attended Mississippi College School of Law for law school.
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Ian R. Alexander
Chicago, IL Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Tulane University School of Law
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Ryan Alexander
Los Angeles, CA Attorney with 22 years of experience
(310) 785-6775
1900 Avenue of the Stars
7th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Business and Securities
The John Marshall Law School
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Stephen Frederick Alexander
Pinellas Park, FL Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation and Family
University of Florida
www.goodfaithmediations.com - A Divorce & Family Mediator Serving the Greater Tampa Bay areas of Pinellas, Hillsborough and Manatee County. 727-488-3892
Stephen Frederick Alexander, Esq., our Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, will serve as your family mediator at your lawyer / attorney's office in the state of Florida in the cities that follow: Tampa, St Petersburg, Clearwater, Bradenton, Largo, Dunedin, Temple Terrace, Brandon, Palm Harbor, Plant City, Oldsmar, Tarpon Springs, Pinellas Park, Gulfport, Madiera Beach, Riverview, Sun City Center, Seminole, Treasure Island, Valrico, Ruskin, Apollo Beach, Gibsonton, St Pete Beach, Indian Shores, Indian Rocks Beach, Bellaire Beach, Bellaire, Safety Harbor, Lutz,...
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Minesh J. Patel
Corpus Christi, TX Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
South Texas College of Law
Mr. Minesh J. Patel is the founder and principal attorney at The Patel Firm PLLC. Mr. Patel has represented numerous clients across the State of Texas, zealously pursuing justice for people that have been injured. Before opening the doors of The Patel Firm PLLC, Mr. Patel was an attorney at two prominent South Texas injury firms, where he quickly became known for his unwavering dedication to his clients as well as his ability to produce results quickly. Over the course of his career, Mr. Patel has recovered a number of substantial awards for his clients, often reaching a favorable resolution...
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Samuel Alexander
DeLand, FL Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals
University of Florida
After obtaining his law degree with honors from the University of Florida, Mr. Alexander clerked under the Honorable Thomas D. Sawaya at Florida’s Fifth District Court of Appeal. Upon Judge Sawaya’s retirement, he continued clerking for the Fifth District under the Honorable James A. Edwards, rising to the level of Senior Law Clerk.
At the Fifth District Court of Appeal, Mr. Alexander was involved in the decision-making process for dozens of complex appellate cases, including multi-million dollar commercial disputes, intricate real estate transactions, life-altering personal injury cases, complicated divorce and family law litigation, convictions for capital offenses, and other sophisticated,...
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Ms. Susan Alexander Myers
Pacific Grove, CA Attorney with 24 years of experience
199 17th St., Suite L
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning, Social Security Disability and Tax
Susan Alexander Myers holds a J.D., M.P.A. and an advanced law degree in Taxation (LL.M). She has practiced law in Texas and California for 10 years. Susan is a passionate advocate for seniors and their families and dedicates her practice to issues that arise from the aging process, including plannning for long-term care, Medi-Cal planning, estate planning, nursing home issues, public benefits, and conservatorships. Susan is also an experienced estate and trust litigator. When you have a legal problem, choose an attorney who will represent you with Compassion, Care and Commitment.
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Baku Patel
Urbana, IL Lawyer
Criminal, DUI & DWI, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Top Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Lawyer - Attorney Baku N. Patel is lead counsel in all felony criminal defense cases and personal injury/wrongful death matters at Patel Law, P.C.
Mr. Patel was born in 1969 in Baroda, Gujarat, India. He was raised in the United States when his parents arrived from India in 1970. Mr. Patel received two bachelor degrees from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri in 1991, one in economics and one in political science. After graduating from college, he attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, where he received his Juris Doctorate degree in 1994.
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Linda Joyce Alexander
Vista, CA Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Linda J Alexander is a licensed California Attorney who has been practicing Family Law in San Diego County since 1995.
Ms Alexander dedicates her practice of law to Family Law Matters. Focusing on: Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Legal Separation, Paternity, Pre and Post Marital Agreements, Guardianships, Adoptions, Post Judgment Modifications, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Community and Separate Property matters, Division of Assets and Debts, Co-Habitation Agreements and Grandparent Visitation.
Ms. Alexander understands that dealing with family law issues can be extremely painful and...
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Adam Alexander
Southfield, MI Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationConsumer, DUI & DWI, Foreclosure Defense and Personal Injury
MSU College of Law and Michigan State University
The Alexander Law Firm specializes in Michigan Lemon Law, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, (FDCPA), Fair Credit Reporting Act, (FCRA), Debtor Defense, Spot Delivery and “Yo-Yo” cases, Telephone Consumer Protection Act, (TCPA), and other consumer protection and employment cases. The firm also handles criminal defense matters. We have the experience and tools necessary defend you, prosecute debt collectors, creditors and furnishers of credit who are harassing consumers and derogating their credit reports.
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Richard Alexander
San Jose, CA Attorney with 54 years of experience
Free ConsultationAsbestos, Consumer, Personal Injury and Products Liability
The University of Chicago Law School
Richard Alexander is the very definition of an experienced personal injury lawyer. With over 40 years of experience helping accident victims receive just settlements throughout California, rest assure that you are getting the best representation possible with Richard on your side.
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Heena Patel
Diamond Bar, CA Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(714) 455-9937
3333 S. Brea Canyon Rd., Suite 213
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Southwestern University School of Law and University of California - San Diego
Heena Patel is an assertive criminal defense attorney, practicing in both Los Angeles County and Orange County. She has a reputation for being tough in the courtroom, protecting her clients’ rights, but is also respected by opposing counsel and judges for her honesty, professionalism and knowledge of the law. Attorney Patel has handled over 12,000 criminal cases, carrying a caseload of over 200 cases a month. She has vigorously defended her clients charged with battery, domestic violence, assault with a deadly weapon, sex crimes, rape, vehicular manslaughter, attempted murder, DUI, hit and run, license suspension, theft, burglary, robbery and arson....
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William Alexander
Atlanta, GA Attorney
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfDivorce and Family
Georgia State University College of Law
William A. Alexander is a Member with Bloom Lines Alexander LLC, a boutique family law firm located in Midtown Atlanta.
William has focused his entire career on all facets of family law, and prides himself on his ability to effectively represent his clients in all manner of domestic relations disputes, from divorces which involve large complex financial estates, to hotly disputed custody battles, to appellate work.
William's successful career in family law has allowed him opportunities to speak and present to lawyers both within and outside of the family law community on emerging topics affecting both domestic relations law, and the practice...
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Mital Devendra Patel
Knoxville, TN Attorney with 16 years of experience
Family
The University of Mississippi School of Law
Mital D. Patel prides herself in her zealous and individualized representation of her clients. Ms. Patel handles a wide array of legal matters; however, she has focused on those specific practice areas since she became licensed over a decade ago. Whether you are a business owner, a parent experiencing domestic issues or a couple seeking thorough estate planning and asset protection you can count on Ms. Patel to educate you and guide you through the process. Ms. Patel will take the time to get to know you, to understand your difficulties and to solve your problems.
Ms. Patel is able to...
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Raj Patel
Riverside, CA Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfEmployment and Workers' Comp
California Southern Law School
Attorney Patel has more than 15 years of experience and has worked on both sides (Defense and Applicant) of the workers' compensation arena, which gives him an edge in getting his clients what they deserve for benefits and medical treatment.
Mr. Patel is a well-versed, experienced, and practical attorney. He pays particular attention to detail and communicates regularly with his clients. His office is equipped with a Spanish interpreter and Spanish-speaking staff. He is very involved in local communities and businesses. Simply put: employment law/workers’ compensation is his passion, and he is still looking to answer why employers would ever engage...
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William Alexander
Raleigh, NC Attorney with 48 years of experience
Business, Elder and Estate Planning
Wake Forest University School of Law
Bill Alexander has practiced law for over 48 years in North Carolina and maintains the highest attorney ratings possible— ‘A-V Preeminent’ peer rating by Martindale-Hubbell and a “10-Superb Attorney” Avvo rating. He now manages an asset protection, estate and eldercare planning law practice as the founding attorney of W.G. Alexander & Associates, PLLC.
His law practice was heavily influenced by life circumstances; his older brother was severely injured, unconscious for two months and survived with traumatic brain injury. Hence Bill learned how to deal with special needs; eventually, he became his brother’s care manager and Trustee. He also...
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Jennifer Lynne Alexander
Randolph, NJ Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfEstate Planning, Landlord Tenant, Municipal and Real Estate
The University of Toledo College of Law
Jennifer L. Alexander is a Partner of the firm who concentrates a majority of her practice on matters involving New Jersey Landlord-Tenant Law, Community Association Law, and Collections Law. She also handles Real Estate Transactions, Mediation, Land Use, and Municipal Court matters. She begins most days appearing in Landlord-Tenant Court or appearing on behalf of community associations in litigation matters and ends most of her days representing communities in board meetings. Ms. Alexander oversees the firm’s Landlord-Tenant Department. Under Ms. Alexander’s leadership, the firm represents local and national corporate and individual landlords. Representation includes non-payment cases, "for-cause” cases, lease...
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Kevin David Alexander
Monroe, LA Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Southern University Law Center
Kevin D. Alexander is an attorney in Monroe, Louisiana who helps people who have been injured through no fault of their own obtain the compensation that they deserve. Whether you've been in a car accident or are the victim of medical negligence, Kevin D. Alexander can help you navigate through the legal maze, and has been helping injured people in Ouachita Parish since 1997.
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Laura B. Alexander
10.0
(1 Peer Review)
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfKeller, TX Attorney
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Baylor Law School
Laura Alexander is a partner at Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC and manages the Family Law practice.
A graduate of Baylor Law School, Ms. Alexander handles all types of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, and decree modifications.
Her primary office is in Keller, Texas but she also regularly meets clients at the BHW Fort Worth location as well.
She is a caring and compassionate advocate for those going through family law issues.
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Jennifer M. Alexander
10.0
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Greenbelt, MD Attorney with 24 years of experience
Appeals, Criminal, Insurance Defense and Juvenile
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
Ms. Alexander is an experienced criminal and civil trial attorney who has tried hundreds of criminal and civil cases in her career, in both state and federal courts. In addition, Ms. Alexander also defends international and national retailers and businesses throughout Maryland. Jennifer previously spent six years working as an Assistant State’s Attorney at the Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney’s Office. While a prosecutor, Ms. Alexander was a member of the Violent Crimes Trial Team, and regularly prosecuted high profile violent crimes. In addition, Jennifer has helped train numerous police officers and agencies across the State of Maryland on various...
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Kunal Patel
Houston, TX Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Tax
University of Houston - Main Campus
Kunal Patel is an experienced tax attorney, having worked at the IRS, law firm, and public accounting before starting his practice. He represents individuals and business in tax matters before the Internal Revenue Service.
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Jay Patel
Fort Walton Beach, FL Attorney with 11 years of experience
(850) 665-3244
909 Mar Walt Drive Ste. 1011B
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Florida Coastal School of Law
Jay Patel is a Former Prosecutor and a Former Law Enforcement Officer with the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office. After Jay was admitted to the Florida Bar, he served as a prosecutor in Okaloosa and Walton Counties from 2013 to 2017. As an Assistant State Attorney, he spent years prosecuting thousands of crimes ranging from misdemeanors to felonies, some punishable by life in prison.
Jay achieved success in prosecuting criminal cases that were before a jury, a judge, and the appellate court. Despite his success as a Florida Prosecutor, Jay decided it was time for a change. Thus, in 2017, Jay went...
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Mr. Reshard Alexander
Houston, TX Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
University of Houston - Main Campus and West Virginia University College of Law
Houston Truck Accident Lawyer Reshard Alexander helps auto wreck victims receive the care and compensation they deserve. Call today for a free initial consultation.
Additionally, you can contact top Houston car accident lawyer Reshard Alexander for a free consultation regarding any auto accident or other personal injury matter.
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Nirav S Patel
Bloomingdale, IL Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Municipal, Real Estate and Social Security Disability
University of Illinois College of Law
Welcome to the Law Office of Nirav S. Patel, P.C. We pride ourselves on being a different type of law firm; the kind of firm that focuses on the needs of its clients and understands their bottom line. We incorporate creative problem solving in order to achieve your goals. Our mission is to provide excellent legal services to each and every one of our clients. We are constantly in the pursuit of perfection while representing our clients. Each of you can expect highly personal service with regular interaction with an attorney.
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Kratu Patel
Los Angeles, CA Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Kratu R. Patel spent his first seven years of his career as a trial attorney for the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office. There he developed a county-wide reputation for his tenacity, charm and honesty. Kratu has represented thousands of clients from various walks of life and from varying communities. Between his time as a Deputy Public Defender and now as Private Counsel, Kratu has litigated cases in nearly all of the courthouses in Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Orange County. Kratu will ensure all of his clients are treated with the dignity, respect and compassion that they deserve....
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Darshan Patel
San Diego, CA Attorney
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfAntitrust, Business, Employment and Estate Planning
Darshan Patel is an entrepreneur as well as an attorney. He has deep knowledge of the hospitality industry, gained through his work as an owner and manager of independent and franchised hotel properties.
Leading a team of hospitality attorneys at DPA Law Group, Darshan combines his operational insights with an understanding of federal and state law when resolving disputes involving hotels, restaurants, and other businesses across the state of California.
He understands the practical business need to minimize employment litigation through management training and other preventative measures. As a defense lawyer, he focuses on the efficient and timely resolution of employment and...
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Casey James Alexander
Loveland, CO Attorney
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
University of Denver
"Casey Alexander is nothing short of amazing legal representation. He kept in constant communication and made sure I fully understood everything that was going on with my case before proceeding. Extremely respectful in person and even got me better results than I was expecting. I would recommend the Law Offices of Casey Alexander to anyone and everyone needing legal representation. He works hard and fast to get you the best results."
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Prior to becoming an attorney, Casey served in the United States Navy. Now he serves the people of Northern Colorado and advocates for their...
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Ravi Patel
Oakland, CA Attorney
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfEstate Planning and Probate
Duke University School of Law
My name is Ravi Patel and I am trust litigation attorney based in Oakland, California. I have experience filing Heggstad Petitions throughout the state.
After I graduated from Duke University School of Law, I joined a general practice law firm in my hometown, Bakersfield, California. I worked on various transactional and litigation matters and gained a broad breadth of experience in legal areas including water law, public agency law, property taxes, local taxes, real estate law, and land use law. In 2019, my partner and I relocated to Oakland, California, where I worked for the Oakland City Attorney’s office. As...
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Dipa D. Patel
Highland Park, NJ Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
Florida Coastal School of Law
New Jersey personal injury lawyer, Dipa Patel, is a licensed attorney in the State of New Jersey. Since joining the Law Offices of Harold J. Gerr as an associate, Ms. Patel has gained legal experience in various civil matters. Ms. Patel resides in Central New Jersey. She is fluent in Gujarati.
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Ms. Trupti Patel
Boston, MA Lawyer with 27 years of experience
(617) 367-6750
One Boston Place
201 Washington St. #2600
Boston, MA 02108
Immigration
University of London, UK (LB with honors).
Boston Immigration Attorney Trupti N Patel & Associates has been practicing business and family based immigration Since 1978 Since our inception, the immigration lawyers at the law firm of Trupti N Patel & Associates has been a strategic partner for both businesses as well as individuals seeking experienced, knowledgeable, dedicated and responsive Immigration attorney to guide them through the process of immigrating to the United States.
Attorney Trupti Patel and her team has been highly successful in obtaining favorable results for their clients in all areas of immigration law including H-1B, PERM, E treaty trader or investor visas, employment or family...