Atty. James Anthony Prietto

Atty. James Anthony Prietto

James Anthony Prietto is a lawyer practicing family law, child support, child custody and 21 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Laguna Hills Laguna Hills 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About James Anthony Prietto at a glance

James Anthony Prietto is an Attorney based in Laguna Hills, California, practicing at Law Offices Of James Anthony Prietto. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, and child custody. Admitted to practice in California (1988). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1981). Active member of Orange County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Laguna Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Anthony Prietto is a lawyer practicing family law, child support, child custody and 21 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James Anthony Prietto in Laguna Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Anthony Prietto's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Wills

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Car Accidents

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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 Laguna Hills 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 Anthony Prietto

Where is James Anthony Prietto's law office located?
James Anthony Prietto's law practice is located in Laguna Hills, California. The firm is Law Offices Of James Anthony Prietto. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Anthony Prietto handle?
James Anthony Prietto focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Anthony Prietto practiced law?
James Anthony Prietto has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Anthony Prietto go to law school?
James Anthony Prietto earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact James Anthony Prietto for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988

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