Atty. James Alan Sivesind

Atty. James Alan Sivesind

James Alan Sivesind is a lawyer practicing election law, tax law, litigation and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from California State College, Bakersfield in 1982, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About James Alan Sivesind at a glance

James Alan Sivesind is an Edison International based in Los Angeles, California. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and California State College, Bakersfield (B.A., 1982). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Alan Sivesind is a lawyer practicing election law, tax law, litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from California State College, Bakersfield in 1982, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Alan Sivesind's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Alan Sivesind handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Los Angeles 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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Where is James Alan Sivesind's law office located?
James Alan Sivesind's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Alan Sivesind handle?
James Alan Sivesind focuses on tax, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Alan Sivesind practiced law?
James Alan Sivesind has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James Alan Sivesind go to law school?
James Alan Sivesind earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1982).
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
California State College, Bakersfield
- 1982

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994

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