Atty. J Kenneth Gorman

Atty. J Kenneth Gorman

J Kenneth Gorman is a lawyer practicing negotiations, real property law, family law and 5 other areas of law. J received a degree from Santa Clara University School of Law Santa Clara CA, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Santa Cruz Santa Cruz 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About J Kenneth Gorman at a glance

J Kenneth Gorman is a trusts, personal injury, family law, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Santa Cruz, California. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in California (1982), Connecticut (1988), District of Columbia (1989), and Hawaii (1993). Educated at Queens College of the City University of New York (J.D., 1988) and Santa Clara University School of Law Santa Clara CA Columbia University (Ed.D., 1968). Serands clients in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J Kenneth Gorman is a lawyer practicing negotiations, real property law, family law and 5 other areas of law
  • J received a degree from Santa Clara University School of Law Santa Clara CA, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • J practices in Santa Cruz, CA

Practice Areas Explained

J Kenneth Gorman's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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Family Law

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Santa Cruz 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 Kenneth Gorman

Where is J Kenneth Gorman's law office located?
J Kenneth Gorman's law practice is located in Santa Cruz, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Kenneth Gorman handle?
J Kenneth Gorman focuses on trusts, personal injury, family law, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has J Kenneth Gorman practiced law?
J Kenneth Gorman has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did J Kenneth Gorman go to law school?
J Kenneth Gorman earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (Ed.D., 1968).
How can I contact J Kenneth Gorman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Queens College of the City University of New York
- 1988
Ed.D.
Santa Clara University School of Law Santa Clara CA Columbia University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
Connecticut
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
Hawaii
Admitted: 1993
New York
Admitted: 2001

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