Q: HI. I need to sue a person and the company the person works for, civil malpractice for breach of contract/investment fr
aud. The particular person lives in a different state but the company has an office in my state. I plan to file against both of them in the complaint. Can I file in my state, or do I have to file under the other states process?
Regards
A: If you are going to sue both an individual in another state and a company in CA, you will need to file in the federal district court where the company's office is. In order to sue in CA state court, all parties must be "citizens" of CA.
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You can generally file a lawsuit in your state against both the person and the company if the company has an office or presence in your state. The specific circumstances and legal considerations may impact the appropriate jurisdiction. Consulting with legal counsel is advisable to determine the best course of action based on your situation and relevant laws.
James L. Arrasmith
Founder and Chief Legal Counsel of The Law Offices of James L. Arrasmith
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