Atty. James Allen Gianelli

Atty. James Allen Gianelli

James Allen Gianelli is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business law, trusts & estates. James received a degree from McGeorge School of Law in 1984, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Sonora Sonora 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James Allen Gianelli at a glance

James Allen Gianelli is a Managing Partner based in Sonora, California, practicing at Gianelli & Polley A Professional Law Corporation. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (L.L.M. McGeorge, 1984) and McGeorge School of Law (J.D. L.L.M., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tuolumne County Bar Association. Serands clients in Sonora, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Allen Gianelli is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business law, trusts & estates
  • James received a degree from McGeorge School of Law in 1984, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Gianelli & Polley A Professional Law Corporation in Sonora, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Allen Gianelli's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

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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 Sonora 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 James Allen Gianelli

Where is James Allen Gianelli's law office located?
James Allen Gianelli's law practice is located in Sonora, California. The firm is Gianelli & Polley A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Allen Gianelli handle?
James Allen Gianelli focuses on trusts, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Allen Gianelli practiced law?
James Allen Gianelli has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Allen Gianelli go to law school?
James Allen Gianelli earned their education at (L.L.M. McGeorge, 1984); (J.D. L.L.M., 1979).
How can I contact James Allen Gianelli for a consultation?
You can contact James Allen Gianelli 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 James Allen Gianelli received?
James Allen Gianelli's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

L.L.M. McGeorge
McGeorge School of Law
- 1984
J.D. L.L.M.
McGeorge School of Law
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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