Atty. J. Kelby Van Patten

Atty. J. Kelby Van Patten

J. Kelby Van Patten is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, business litigation.

Irvine Irvine 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Kelby Van Patten at a glance

J. Kelby Van Patten is an Attorney based in Irvine, California, practicing at Payne And Fears Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1993) and Nevada (2001). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Nevada State Bar. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. Kelby Van Patten is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, business litigation
  • J. received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • J. practices at Payne & Fears LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

J. Kelby Van Patten's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Kelby Van Patten handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

J. Kelby Van Patten is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Kelby Van Patten

Where is J. Kelby Van Patten's law office located?
J. Kelby Van Patten's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Payne And Fears Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Kelby Van Patten handle?
J. Kelby Van Patten focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has J. Kelby Van Patten practiced law?
J. Kelby Van Patten has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did J. Kelby Van Patten go to law school?
J. Kelby Van Patten earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact J. Kelby Van Patten for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has J. Kelby Van Patten received?
J. Kelby Van Patten's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
Nevada
Admitted: 2001

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