About Patricia Stuart
Patricia Stuart Depew was admitted to the California State Bar in 1991 and is associated with The Depew Law Group, P.C. She is currently not eligible to practice law in California due to suspension. Throughout her career, she has focused on various legal areas, including bankruptcy, immigration, insurance, and entertainment law.
Depew graduated cum laude from San Diego State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology/Psychology. She later obtained her Juris Doctor from Southwestern University School of Law, where she participated in the Comparative International Law Study Program at the University of Florence. This educational background has provided her with a strong foundation for her legal practice.
In her practice, Depew has handled cases related to Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11 bankruptcy, as well as immigration matters such as work authorization, deportation, and asylum. She has also worked on issues involving insurance company bad faith and entertainment law, focusing on contract negotiation and intellectual property rights enforcement for entertainment professionals.
Depew has a diverse career history, including experience as a film producer and director, which enhances her understanding of the entertainment industry. She has worked pro bono on political asylum advocacy, demonstrating her commitment to community service. Additionally, she is a member of several professional associations, including the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
