Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

federal vs state

when would you file a case in federal

court as opposed to state court


Asked on 7/17/07, 4:24 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Kerri Jaffe Jaffe Law Offices

Re: federal vs state

When the federal court has jurisdiction, which can depend on the case and the parties.

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Answered on 7/17/07, 5:45 pm
Jonas Grant Law Office of Jonas M. Grant, A.P.C.

Re: federal vs state

Your question is much more complicated than I think you realize. This may help get you started:

http://www.uscourts.gov/understand03/content_4_0.html

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Answered on 7/17/07, 9:41 pm
Johm Smith tom's

Re: federal vs state

When you have a federal claim or interstate claim and sufficient amount involved. Consult with an attorney if you are considering litigation. You wouldn't be foolish enough to represent yourself, would you?

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Answered on 7/17/07, 9:52 pm


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