Atty. John David Kessler
John David Kessler is a lawyer practicing planning and preparation of estate planning documents, wills, trusts and 7 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of California in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.
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John David Kessler is a Member based in Oakland, California, practicing at Burke and Kessler A Partnership of Professional Corporations. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at University of California Hastings College of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of California (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John David Kessler is a lawyer practicing planning and preparation of estate planning documents, wills, trusts and 7 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from University of California in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- John practices at Burke and Kessler A Partnership of Professional Corporations in Oakland, CA and 1 other location
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John David Kessler is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John David Kessler is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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 Oakland 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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