Atty. Barbara Jean Hess

Atty. Barbara Jean Hess

Barbara Jean Hess is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate. Barbara received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1942, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Irvine Irvine 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Jean Hess at a glance

Barbara Jean Hess is a probate and estate planning attorney based in Irvine, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1942). Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Barbara Jean Hess is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate
  • Barbara received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1942, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Barbara practices in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Jean Hess's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Jean Hess handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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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 Irvine 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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Where is Barbara Jean Hess's law office located?
Barbara Jean Hess's law practice is located in Irvine, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Jean Hess handle?
Barbara Jean Hess focuses on probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Barbara Jean Hess practiced law?
Barbara Jean Hess has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Barbara Jean Hess go to law school?
Barbara Jean Hess earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.B.A., 1942).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1978
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1942

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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