Atty. Edward Thomas Chavez

Atty. Edward Thomas Chavez

Edward Thomas Chavez is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury law, estate planning law. Edward received a B.A. degree from California State University at Los Angeles in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Pasadena Pasadena 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Edward Thomas Chavez at a glance

Edward Thomas Chavez is a Member based in Pasadena, California, practicing at E. Thomas Chavez. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1986). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and California State University at Los Angeles (B.A., 1983). Active member of San Gabriel Valley, Pasadena, Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward Thomas Chavez is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury law, estate planning law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from California State University at Los Angeles in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Edward practices at E. Thomas Chavez in Pasadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Thomas Chavez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Thomas Chavez handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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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.

Edward Thomas Chavez is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Edward Thomas Chavez is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Pasadena 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 Edward Thomas Chavez

Where is Edward Thomas Chavez's law office located?
Edward Thomas Chavez's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. The firm is E. Thomas Chavez. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Thomas Chavez handle?
Edward Thomas Chavez focuses on personal injury, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Edward Thomas Chavez practiced law?
Edward Thomas Chavez has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Edward Thomas Chavez go to law school?
Edward Thomas Chavez earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Edward Thomas Chavez for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
California State University at Los Angeles
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986

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