Atty. Charles Adams Compton

Atty. Charles Adams Compton

Charles Adams Compton is a lawyer practicing estate planning/probate, business, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1967, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Charles Adams Compton at a glance

Charles Adams Compton is a Member based in Grass Valley, California, practicing at Shine Compton A P C. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1976), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1988). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1974) and Stanford University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Nevada County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Grass Valley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles Adams Compton is a lawyer practicing estate planning/probate, business, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1967, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Charles practices at Shine Compton, A P.C. in Grass Valley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Adams Compton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Adams Compton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Charles Adams Compton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Charles Adams Compton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

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.

Charles Adams Compton is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Charles Adams Compton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

Charles Adams Compton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

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 Grass Valley 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 Charles Adams Compton

Where is Charles Adams Compton's law office located?
Charles Adams Compton's law practice is located in Grass Valley, California. The firm is Shine Compton A P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Adams Compton handle?
Charles Adams Compton focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charles Adams Compton practiced law?
Charles Adams Compton has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Charles Adams Compton go to law school?
Charles Adams Compton earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Charles Adams Compton for a consultation?
You can contact Charles Adams Compton 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 Charles Adams Compton received?
Charles Adams Compton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1974
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1988

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