Atty. Gerald Alvin Holmes

Atty. Gerald Alvin Holmes

Gerald Alvin Holmes is a lawyer practicing corporate law, taxation, business law and 4 other areas of law. Gerald received a B.S. degree from California State University at Hayward in 1963, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Gerald Alvin Holmes at a glance

Gerald Alvin Holmes is a Member based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Gerald A. Holmes. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1974), U.S. Tax Court (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1983). Educated at Armstrong College (J.D., 1973) and California State University at Hayward (B.S., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gerald Alvin Holmes is a lawyer practicing corporate law, taxation, business law and 4 other areas of law
  • Gerald received a B.S. degree from California State University at Hayward in 1963, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Gerald practices at Gerald A. Holmes in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Alvin Holmes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Alvin Holmes 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

Gerald Alvin Holmes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Gerald Alvin Holmes is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Gerald Alvin Holmes is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Sacramento 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 Gerald Alvin Holmes

Where is Gerald Alvin Holmes's law office located?
Gerald Alvin Holmes's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Gerald A. Holmes. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald Alvin Holmes handle?
Gerald Alvin Holmes focuses on probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gerald Alvin Holmes practiced law?
Gerald Alvin Holmes has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Gerald Alvin Holmes go to law school?
Gerald Alvin Holmes earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1963).
How can I contact Gerald Alvin Holmes for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald Alvin Holmes 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 Gerald Alvin Holmes received?
Gerald Alvin Holmes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Armstrong College
- 1973
B.S.
California State University at Hayward
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1988

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