Atty. Jerry E. Callister

Atty. Jerry E. Callister

Jerry E. Callister is a lawyer practicing estate planning - wills and trusts, business entity formation & governance, real estate contracts and 3 other areas of law.

Merced Merced 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About Jerry E. Callister at a glance

Jerry E. Callister is an Attorney based in Merced, California, practicing at Callister, Hendricks & Spencer, PLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1971), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1971), U.S. Tax Court (1973), and Utah (1999). Educated at Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah (Bachelor, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Merced County Bar Association (President, 1977) State Bar of California Utah State Bar. Serands clients in Merced, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jerry E. Callister is a lawyer practicing estate planning - wills and trusts, business entity formation & governance, real estate contracts and 3 other areas of law
  • Jerry E. received a degree from Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Jerry E. practices at Callister, Hendricks & Spencer, PLC in Merced, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Jerry E. Callister's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerry E. Callister handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Merced 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jerry E. Callister

Where is Jerry E. Callister's law office located?
Jerry E. Callister's law practice is located in Merced, California. The firm is Callister, Hendricks & Spencer, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerry E. Callister handle?
Jerry E. Callister focuses on formation, trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jerry E. Callister practiced law?
Jerry E. Callister has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Jerry E. Callister go to law school?
Jerry E. Callister earned their education at (Bachelor, 1967).
How can I contact Jerry E. Callister for a consultation?
You can contact Jerry E. Callister directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jerry E. Callister received?
Jerry E. Callister's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Bachelor
Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1973
Utah
Admitted: 1999

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