Atty. Fred Neil Gaines

Atty. Fred Neil Gaines

Fred Neil Gaines is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use & zoning. Fred received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Encino Encino 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Fred Neil Gaines at a glance

Fred Neil Gaines is a Managing Partner based in Encino, California, practicing at Gaines & Stacey LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on real estate and zoning. Admitted to practice in California (1986), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1986) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County (Trustee, 1999-2000), San Fernando Valley (President, 1998-1999) and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Fred Neil Gaines is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use & zoning
  • Fred received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Fred practices at Gaines & Stacey LLP in Encino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Fred Neil Gaines's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fred Neil Gaines handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

Fred Neil Gaines is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Encino 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 Fred Neil Gaines

Where is Fred Neil Gaines's law office located?
Fred Neil Gaines's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is Gaines & Stacey LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Fred Neil Gaines handle?
Fred Neil Gaines focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Fred Neil Gaines practiced law?
Fred Neil Gaines has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Fred Neil Gaines go to law school?
Fred Neil Gaines earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Fred Neil Gaines for a consultation?
You can contact Fred Neil Gaines 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 Fred Neil Gaines received?
Fred Neil Gaines's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1986
B.A.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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