Atty. Bruce Jay Kelton

Atty. Bruce Jay Kelton

Bruce Jay Kelton is a lawyer practicing general practice. Bruce received a B.A. degree from American University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Irvine Irvine 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Bruce Jay Kelton at a glance

Bruce Jay Kelton is an attorney based in Irvine, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in New York (1972) and California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric (1979). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1971) and American University (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bruce Jay Kelton is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • Bruce received a B.A. degree from American University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Bruce practices in Irvine, CA

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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 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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Bruce Jay Kelton's law practice is located in Irvine, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Bruce Jay Kelton has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
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Bruce Jay Kelton earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1971
B.A.
American University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972
California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric
Admitted: 1979

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